Norfolk, Wells next the sea (after Edward Wesson)

I know this painting well and what a great result for you Stephen - it really is superb.

Super copy Stephen. This is Teds view and I have painted in this very spot- had to see where it was. The original view is now altered because the harbourmasters cottage has been altered with dormer windows etc. I have an original Steve Hall of this view in my collection. A real watercolour artists must view to paint.

Superb painting, Stephen. I agree with you - it's not as easy as it first appears, but I thought that was just me! Not sure now whether I am brave enough to put some colour on my version of the above or not! We'll see. My brand new tubes of watercolour paints and some rough 350 gsm practice paper arrived from SAA this morning, so I will be trying them out soon.

Excellent copy Stephen! You mentioned the tool of counter change that 'Wesson' was a genius with, and it's that small thing that evades me totally. Also, the way you have laid down your foreground wash, so simply but effective, is another technique that escapes me.

Many thanks everyone for your kind remarks. Fiona, watercolour is mostly a matter of practice and things like washes become easier the more you do them. I think the hardest thing to master is composition, with elements like counter change etc. Again we have keep practicing!

Yes foreground so simple a la Wesson. He painted water the same way.- no b**** silly ripples (excuse his French).

Great watercolour Stephen

Many thanks Petra and Helen for your encouragement.

Lovely Stephen.

Many thanks Carole.

Fabulous, Stephen! The glowing washes are lovely.

many thanks once again Seok.

This is an excellent painting, Stephen. It has all the qualities to make it work - the tonal contrast, the well placed figures, a good composition and a very competent artist holding the brush! What more could you want.

Thanks Thea for your very kind remarks.