St Bees Head by James Underwood

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Excellent painting James.

Good one James

Nice work James, adding the two figures give the scale and adds life to it.

Thank you George, Heather and Paul. My reference photo had no figures in it, so I’m pleased that the two I added improved the scene.

This has a lovely fresh look and I can feel the sea breeze embracing me. A lovely part of the world James, deftly portrayed.

Hang on Studio Wall
04/03/2026
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The sandstone cliffs of St Bees Head on the Cumbrian coast. Gouache and pastel on Clairefontaine grey-toned mixed media paper.

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James Underwood

Other than sketching on agenda papers during tedious committee meetings, I started drawing and painting only after several years in retirement. Then, almost 70 years old, I first attended an art course. Still so much to learn, thankfully! — “Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is…

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