Beautiful Bindweed

It's only a weed they say but wild flowers are every bit as glorious as their cultivated relations.
I was stuck by the intensity of this Bindweed against the sun dappled dark undergrowth. Painting takes my mind off my little problems and more importantly all the horrible things going on in this world. These flowers keep reminding me there is beauty and goodness too.

Acrylic on canvas. 40cm x 30cm


The Bridge

I have always loved the contrast between light and dark early in the morning or in the evening. This painting is of strong evening sunlight picking out a little bridge across a small stream. It is acrylic on a large canvas. 60cm x 60cm ( 24" x 24" )  The title is ' The Bridge ' and is available to purchase.

Mo Farah. Gracious Human Being. Great Athlete

I was thrilled by the wonderful second gold medal Mo won at the Moscow world championships. I was only one of hundreds of thousands of emotionally moved spectators. I was moved, not only by the race, but by the man himself. He is a truly gracious gentleman in all senses of the word.Really happy for him.

Iona Abbey

Iona Abbey from the slopes of Dun I. Another of my paintings from my recent stay on the sacred island of Iona. Scottish West Coast.

Elgin Open Art Exhibition

 The Moray Art Club open exhibition at Elgin Library starts with a preview on Saturday 10th August and runs to 23rd August.

If you are near please take a look. Entries have been selected from numerous talented artists.

I have entered these two quirky cat paintings.