Durham Miners coming home black by Michael Mcmanus

Your work is so very evocative, Michael. Indeed this guy has weariness in his walk.

Thanks Thalia.

That is so good!

Thanks Margaret. I remember seeing my dad like this.

Top notch Michael.

Thanks Fiona.

Fab work always with a subtle and interesting narrative.

Thanks Gudrun.

Great portrayal of these weary men Michael. I was interested to read about you because I was a wren in the Royal Navy based at RNAS Yeovilton in the 1960's. Great days!

Thanks Dorothy. It’s always nice to meet a sailor from the 60s and be aware of common experiences. My sailor friends always talk fondly of RNAS Yeovilton but I never served there myself. I was an Aircraft Handler. I started at Raleigh, went to Culdrose a couple of times and was at Brawdy in Pembrokeshire too. Flight deck party on the Victorious and the Albion at sea. I have enjoyed looking through your art in your galleries and I can imagine how much pleasure you will get from teaching it to people my age. Best wishes.

So good!

Thanks Maureen.