The Captain Cook by Emma Price

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Lovely painting Emma.

Posted by Linda Wilson on Mon 15 Mar 18:50:47

This is full of atmosphere and really captures the mood of the derelict pub.

Posted by Colin Cripps on Mon 15 Mar 18:51:11

Super Emma, love the windy weather!

Posted by Heather Love on Tue 16 Mar 08:22:44

A very interesting study Emma, remember the name of this pub, but never actually seen it, being born in Old Ormesby and spending 19 years of married life in Normanby, I know it wasn't so far away!!

Posted by Linda Drury on Tue 16 Mar 09:54:34

Thank you all - Linda, if what I’ve heard is true, it wasn’t the sort of place you’d ever want to go near! Maybe best to let it fade quietly away.

Posted by Emma Price on Tue 16 Mar 16:32:43

Hang on Studio Wall

15/03/2021

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This is Middlesbrough’s oldest pub, and was the first port of call for sailors docking on the Tees nearby. It’s in a sad state now, but makes an interesting subject. This is based on a sketch I did during my lunch hour last week so it’s a bit lacking in detail but you should get the idea! Watercolour 14x10", yellow ochre, Naples yellow, transparent yellow , French ultramarine and crimson alizarin with some sepia pen on the tree branches.

About the Artist

Emma Price

I'm from County Durham, on the northeast coast of England. I sketch and paint for my own enjoyment and relaxation; in particular, looking at the plants, wildlife and landscapes in our local area and attempting to paint them. My art is based on my own observations, using only my own photos and…

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