View of the Needles by Ian Ellis

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Lovely energy in your brushwork, which matches the winter stormy energy in the sea.

You're too near the edge of that cliff - stand back! The sea can be a maelstrom there - powerful winds whip up the sea and surf: there are very, very many bland paintings of this subject, it's good to see a more visceral approach to it.

Lots of lovely brushwork - what's the medium?

Great brush work and harmony of colour Ian.

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01/02/2026
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Winter waves at the Needles lighthouse.

About the Artist
Ian Ellis

I have exhibited widely. In 2002 my work was on display in an exhibition entitled ‘Serious Pleasure’ at the prestigious Modigliani Centre, Florence, Italy. Whilst living and teaching in Oxford, I helped curate numerous exhibitions including “Love was on Your Side’, a collection of work by artist…

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