Derwentwater by James Underwood

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Very nice indeed James, has a lovely Autumnal feel

Bright bold and vibrant James

Thank you Heather and Chris. Always appreciated.

It's a lovely presentation of an area I love and you've caught the colour and texture of everything brilliantly in the season. I love this painting.

Thank you Lynda. I’m pleased that you and others like it so much.

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29/06/2026
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My reference for this was a photo I took on Christmas Day 2025 during a 10 mile walk around Derwentwater in England’s Lake District. Skiddaw (931 m) is the distant peak. The bright white bark of the silver birches was an appealing feature of the scene. Acrylic paint and ink on Daler–Rowney mixed media paper.

About the Artist
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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