The Wondering Sailor
41.8 x 29.6 cm
Indian ink, watercolour and gouache on board
£299.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
There is a mystical atmosphere to the scene, created by the light casting shadows on the balcony railing contrasted with the indoor space on the left of the image which is framed by a heavy red curtain. The sailor seems to be caught in the middle, wondering about something he is not currently taking part in which is taking place in the right hand side of the painting. He might be remembering something or perhaps looking to the future and wondering whether something is possible. Whatever it is, in this image he is in a state of tense contemplation - the setting is distorted and mixed up and the colours are heavy and rich - whatever it is he is thinking about, it is weighing heavy on him.
Indian ink, watercolour and gouache on board
£299.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
There is a mystical atmosphere to the scene, created by the light casting shadows on the balcony railing contrasted with the indoor space on the left of the image which is framed by a heavy red curtain. The sailor seems to be caught in the middle, wondering about something he is not currently taking part in which is taking place in the right hand side of the painting. He might be remembering something or perhaps looking to the future and wondering whether something is possible. Whatever it is, in this image he is in a state of tense contemplation - the setting is distorted and mixed up and the colours are heavy and rich - whatever it is he is thinking about, it is weighing heavy on him.
Man and Beast
18.5 x 27 cm
Indian Ink and dye on lining paper
£219.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A man sits calmly contemplating the beast. Interpreted metaphorically, the painting depicts the animal element within our human nature, specifically the dangerous and beast-like aspect. In this painting the cave-painting-esque scene contrasts with modern urbanography. It seems to ask the question 'how can the caveman part of ourselves survive in this complex modern world?'. The answer seems to be, 'sometimes harmoniously and sometimes with difficulty'. The colours underline this clash and harmony- the orange and the blue light up one another yet there is a symphony in the soft pink with the blue. This is a powerful image that is reminiscent of Picasso's lithographs and consciously pays homage to his work.
A man contemplates the beast. Sitting calmly in front of the bull, it is unlikely that it is a real bull but more likely a metaphorical one. There is an animal element within our human nature, and something that goes back to the dawn of time. In this painting there is a contrast between our timeless animal nature and the modern introductions of urban spaces and travel. The colours also create a similar clash - the orange and the blue light up one another yet there is a harmony in the soft pink with the blue. This is a powerful image that is reminiscent of Picasso's lithographs and consciously pays homage to his work.
Indian Ink and dye on lining paper
£219.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A man sits calmly contemplating the beast. Interpreted metaphorically, the painting depicts the animal element within our human nature, specifically the dangerous and beast-like aspect. In this painting the cave-painting-esque scene contrasts with modern urbanography. It seems to ask the question 'how can the caveman part of ourselves survive in this complex modern world?'. The answer seems to be, 'sometimes harmoniously and sometimes with difficulty'. The colours underline this clash and harmony- the orange and the blue light up one another yet there is a symphony in the soft pink with the blue. This is a powerful image that is reminiscent of Picasso's lithographs and consciously pays homage to his work.
A man contemplates the beast. Sitting calmly in front of the bull, it is unlikely that it is a real bull but more likely a metaphorical one. There is an animal element within our human nature, and something that goes back to the dawn of time. In this painting there is a contrast between our timeless animal nature and the modern introductions of urban spaces and travel. The colours also create a similar clash - the orange and the blue light up one another yet there is a harmony in the soft pink with the blue. This is a powerful image that is reminiscent of Picasso's lithographs and consciously pays homage to his work.
Night Search
25.5 x 18.5 cm
Indian ink and dye on lining paper
£179.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
Abstract blue and black shapes mark out the space in this mysterious painting showing a sequence of a man on a search or a journey with his dog and spade. The spade indicates that there is digging to do and the setting that is merged for the different stages in the sequence. It is a strange space which doesn't obey the normal rules of time and space: I interpret this as the internal space of the mind and in particular the mind at night. The image to me is a depiction of the process of the sleeping mind at work during sleep time when ideas that are below the surface can be dug out and brought to light. The search is one that never ends and nor does it follow the traditional trajectory: the sequence in the top row reads from left to right (traditional) but in the bottom row, the direction is reversed - indicative of a space where the normal rules do not apply.
Abstract blue and black shapes mark out the space in this mysterious painting showing a sequence of a man on a search or a journey with his dog and spade. The spade indicates that there is something to be dug up and the abstract blue and black setting suggest that it is not singularly a space that exists in the material realm: I interpret this as the internal space of the mind and in particular the mind at night. The image to me is a depiction of the process of the somnolent mind at work during sleep time when ideas that are below the surface can be dug out and brought to light. The search is one that never ends and nor does it follow the traditional trajectory: the sequence in the top row reads from left to right (traditional) but in the bottom row, the direction is reversed - indicative of a space where the normal rules do not apply.
Indian ink and dye on lining paper
£179.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
Abstract blue and black shapes mark out the space in this mysterious painting showing a sequence of a man on a search or a journey with his dog and spade. The spade indicates that there is digging to do and the setting that is merged for the different stages in the sequence. It is a strange space which doesn't obey the normal rules of time and space: I interpret this as the internal space of the mind and in particular the mind at night. The image to me is a depiction of the process of the sleeping mind at work during sleep time when ideas that are below the surface can be dug out and brought to light. The search is one that never ends and nor does it follow the traditional trajectory: the sequence in the top row reads from left to right (traditional) but in the bottom row, the direction is reversed - indicative of a space where the normal rules do not apply.
Abstract blue and black shapes mark out the space in this mysterious painting showing a sequence of a man on a search or a journey with his dog and spade. The spade indicates that there is something to be dug up and the abstract blue and black setting suggest that it is not singularly a space that exists in the material realm: I interpret this as the internal space of the mind and in particular the mind at night. The image to me is a depiction of the process of the somnolent mind at work during sleep time when ideas that are below the surface can be dug out and brought to light. The search is one that never ends and nor does it follow the traditional trajectory: the sequence in the top row reads from left to right (traditional) but in the bottom row, the direction is reversed - indicative of a space where the normal rules do not apply.
Atelier
38.4 x 33.5 cm
Indian ink, gouache and watercolour on board
£249.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
An original watercolour and Indian ink painting of an artist in working away in his studio overlooking an exotic beach. The studio is one where lots of action is taking place; the artist poised enthusiastically mid-way through painting of a reclining nude. The dog sleeps in a basket while outside a cruise ship sails off somewhere mystical. This is a fun allegorical painting expressing the fantasies of a 21st century artist that pays homage to the artists of the early 20th century.
Indian ink, gouache and watercolour on board
£249.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
An original watercolour and Indian ink painting of an artist in working away in his studio overlooking an exotic beach. The studio is one where lots of action is taking place; the artist poised enthusiastically mid-way through painting of a reclining nude. The dog sleeps in a basket while outside a cruise ship sails off somewhere mystical. This is a fun allegorical painting expressing the fantasies of a 21st century artist that pays homage to the artists of the early 20th century.
Yakuldy Spakuldy
60 x 80 cm
Acrylic on canvas
Hand-painted custom-made pine frame
£899.00 (plus p&p)
Hand-made, hand-painted frame included
'One step in front of the other, have faith and trust the process. Don't worry about how it all fits together' said the big brown dog. He didn't say it with words, he said it in the way he walked... all Yakuldy Spakuldy like. I didn't know where we were going but I looked sharp as a tack in my yellow waistcoat and stripy shirt and it felt good rocking side to side gently jolting with each plod...'
The title of the painting is onomatopoeic for the slightly haphazard way I went about painting it and embodies the child like mood and approach which created an expressive piece full of joy, life and adventure.
Acrylic on canvas
Hand-painted custom-made pine frame
£899.00 (plus p&p)
Hand-made, hand-painted frame included
'One step in front of the other, have faith and trust the process. Don't worry about how it all fits together' said the big brown dog. He didn't say it with words, he said it in the way he walked... all Yakuldy Spakuldy like. I didn't know where we were going but I looked sharp as a tack in my yellow waistcoat and stripy shirt and it felt good rocking side to side gently jolting with each plod...'
The title of the painting is onomatopoeic for the slightly haphazard way I went about painting it and embodies the child like mood and approach which created an expressive piece full of joy, life and adventure.
Tonto
60 x 80 cm
Acrylic on canvas
£399.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A forest sound scampers out from the belly of the woods, alighting the attention of our trusty travellers. The impenetrable wall of green wooded guards now seems to guard a hidden world of snarling beasts and ancient spirits cavorting behind the leafy curtain; out of view to earthly eyes but perceptible to keen souls. Tonto understands the scraps of sound that spark from the ironworks of the unknown. I attentively sit astride my faithful companion, trying to steady my nervous knees which rustle like leaves in the wind. Tonto's connection to the land and his animal instinct sees things than my educated mind cannot.
Acrylic on canvas
£399.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A forest sound scampers out from the belly of the woods, alighting the attention of our trusty travellers. The impenetrable wall of green wooded guards now seems to guard a hidden world of snarling beasts and ancient spirits cavorting behind the leafy curtain; out of view to earthly eyes but perceptible to keen souls. Tonto understands the scraps of sound that spark from the ironworks of the unknown. I attentively sit astride my faithful companion, trying to steady my nervous knees which rustle like leaves in the wind. Tonto's connection to the land and his animal instinct sees things than my educated mind cannot.
Holly
60 x 80 cm
Acrylic on canvas
Acrylic on canvas
Piz-Piz
59.2 x 42 cm
Acrylic on board
SOLD
Acrylic on board
SOLD
Red Octopus
SOLD
Ruthless Rick
Indian ink, dye and watercolour on board
£119.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
The sea appears in a lot of my paintings. It is a symbol of adventure and possibility as well as the unknown and danger. The sailor archetype was one of the first guises I used (unconsciously) as a way of exploring a part of me. There is something quite earnest about sailors and after a bit I starting thinking about the possibility of pirates. Coincidentally, during a conversation with a friend, the word 'ruthless' came up. It was a word I hadn't thought about for ages and it stuck out. Over the next few days I thought about that word and pirates - in particular the 'pirate' part of me. The part of me that takes without asking and is out for themselves. I want more of that part of me and I painted Ruthless Rick as an icon to remind me that it's possible to go out and take what you want.
£119.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
The sea appears in a lot of my paintings. It is a symbol of adventure and possibility as well as the unknown and danger. The sailor archetype was one of the first guises I used (unconsciously) as a way of exploring a part of me. There is something quite earnest about sailors and after a bit I starting thinking about the possibility of pirates. Coincidentally, during a conversation with a friend, the word 'ruthless' came up. It was a word I hadn't thought about for ages and it stuck out. Over the next few days I thought about that word and pirates - in particular the 'pirate' part of me. The part of me that takes without asking and is out for themselves. I want more of that part of me and I painted Ruthless Rick as an icon to remind me that it's possible to go out and take what you want.
Smoking Rider
12.6 x 14.5 cm
Indian ink and watercolour on 100% recycled Indian cotton rag
£139.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
This painting is part of series of paintings of horses which include images of horses exploring forests and fields on their own under the night sky and men trying and failing to get horses to move. The horse symbolising a complex discipline (such as painting or thinking). By representing these disciplines as something external to the body of the man, it draws attention to the parts of it which feel like they have a mind of their own - the parts we cannot control but can at best hope to ride on the back of... In this painting, the man (possibly the same character that features in 'Man Pushing a Horse') has obtained temporary mastery and is enjoying being moved forwards with minimal effort - he rides the horse! The horse has brilliant vision and can see something out of frame (the future?). Whether the rider can see it or not is unknown, but his demeanour is that of someone who feels safe and is enjoying a mutual trust in his animal friend, to the point where he can sit back and enjoy a cigarette, putting his faith in the ride.
Indian ink and watercolour on 100% recycled Indian cotton rag
£139.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
This painting is part of series of paintings of horses which include images of horses exploring forests and fields on their own under the night sky and men trying and failing to get horses to move. The horse symbolising a complex discipline (such as painting or thinking). By representing these disciplines as something external to the body of the man, it draws attention to the parts of it which feel like they have a mind of their own - the parts we cannot control but can at best hope to ride on the back of... In this painting, the man (possibly the same character that features in 'Man Pushing a Horse') has obtained temporary mastery and is enjoying being moved forwards with minimal effort - he rides the horse! The horse has brilliant vision and can see something out of frame (the future?). Whether the rider can see it or not is unknown, but his demeanour is that of someone who feels safe and is enjoying a mutual trust in his animal friend, to the point where he can sit back and enjoy a cigarette, putting his faith in the ride.
Fields of Athenry
21.6 x 41.9 cm
Acrylic on board
£199.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
This painting was inspired by thoughts on the solitary process of painting. The constant work that happens out of sight. A man goes diligently searching in the night for something to nourish him and his dog. Where I knew that the painting was inspired by thoughts on the hard work of painting, I also felt that there was something more to the painting. It compelled me and I knew there was something more that I wasn't yet understanding. For three days it remained a mystery until it clicked: There was a song I was learning at the time called 'Fields of Athenry' by The Dubliners. It's a sad song about a man who is sent to prison for stealing someone's corn to keep his children alive and there is one particular line which struck me: 'You stole Trevelyn's corn, so the young might see the morn, now a prison ship lies waiting in the bay'. I had been thinking that line through over and over and I think the image of this man going off into the night is them going to steal corn.
Acrylic on board
£199.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
This painting was inspired by thoughts on the solitary process of painting. The constant work that happens out of sight. A man goes diligently searching in the night for something to nourish him and his dog. Where I knew that the painting was inspired by thoughts on the hard work of painting, I also felt that there was something more to the painting. It compelled me and I knew there was something more that I wasn't yet understanding. For three days it remained a mystery until it clicked: There was a song I was learning at the time called 'Fields of Athenry' by The Dubliners. It's a sad song about a man who is sent to prison for stealing someone's corn to keep his children alive and there is one particular line which struck me: 'You stole Trevelyn's corn, so the young might see the morn, now a prison ship lies waiting in the bay'. I had been thinking that line through over and over and I think the image of this man going off into the night is them going to steal corn.
Pushing a Horse
16.4 x 12.6 cm
Indian ink and watercolour on 300 gsm watercolour paper
£129.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
The nude man struggles to get the horse to move, while the horse looks back at the man, almost oblivious to the idea of moving. The horse came up in my paintings quite a lot and over time I began to understand it as a symbol representing something that can be ridden but also has an independence of its own: the act of painting or something taking place in my mind out my control. At the time of painting, I was fixated by the question of what to paint, believing that if I find the invisible thread and follow it, it will lead me to all things great. At times, I would push the horse but it would not yield ideas or even take a step forwards, the thread was not there... As I started to become aware that I was forcing something, there became another voice in my head that onlooked: the nonchalant sailor onlooking seems to be saying 'don't bother, mate'.
Indian ink and watercolour on 300 gsm watercolour paper
£129.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
The nude man struggles to get the horse to move, while the horse looks back at the man, almost oblivious to the idea of moving. The horse came up in my paintings quite a lot and over time I began to understand it as a symbol representing something that can be ridden but also has an independence of its own: the act of painting or something taking place in my mind out my control. At the time of painting, I was fixated by the question of what to paint, believing that if I find the invisible thread and follow it, it will lead me to all things great. At times, I would push the horse but it would not yield ideas or even take a step forwards, the thread was not there... As I started to become aware that I was forcing something, there became another voice in my head that onlooked: the nonchalant sailor onlooking seems to be saying 'don't bother, mate'.
Portrait of a Young Man
14.6 x 21.5 cm
Indian ink and dye on lining paper
£99.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
I tried to paint a fantasy portrait of a romantic young boy (perhaps an artist) and I executed it very quickly. When I stepped back, there was something of it that felt a look like I was looking back at myself. It wasn't an intentional self-portrait but it ended up that way! The attire is a deliberate reference to the Dutch masters and the painting draws on the traditional inspirations to my work.
Indian ink and dye on lining paper
£99.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
I tried to paint a fantasy portrait of a romantic young boy (perhaps an artist) and I executed it very quickly. When I stepped back, there was something of it that felt a look like I was looking back at myself. It wasn't an intentional self-portrait but it ended up that way! The attire is a deliberate reference to the Dutch masters and the painting draws on the traditional inspirations to my work.
Self-Portrait
14.8 x 18.8 cm
Indian ink and watercolour on 300 gsm watercolour paper
£99.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
This image was executed with ease and freedom, with the energy visible in the lines underlined by the vibrant, confident colours. The expression is subdued and mute, as if the artist doesn't need to spell out anything with his face, instead everything is said it to the vibrant colours, cavalier mark-making and terrific clothes! The artist sits back as the work does the talking in this confident statement piece.
This image was executed with ease and freedom, with the energy visible in the lines underlined by the vibrant, confident colours. The expression is subdued and mute, as if the artist doesn't need to spell out anything with his face, instead everything is said it to the vibrant colours, cavalier mark-making and terrific clothes! The artist sits back as the work does the talking.
Indian ink and watercolour on 300 gsm watercolour paper
£99.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
This image was executed with ease and freedom, with the energy visible in the lines underlined by the vibrant, confident colours. The expression is subdued and mute, as if the artist doesn't need to spell out anything with his face, instead everything is said it to the vibrant colours, cavalier mark-making and terrific clothes! The artist sits back as the work does the talking in this confident statement piece.
This image was executed with ease and freedom, with the energy visible in the lines underlined by the vibrant, confident colours. The expression is subdued and mute, as if the artist doesn't need to spell out anything with his face, instead everything is said it to the vibrant colours, cavalier mark-making and terrific clothes! The artist sits back as the work does the talking.
Brooding Cowboy
25 x 32 cm
Acrylic on board
£149.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A stylish, pensive cowboy thinking about life while smoking ruminatively on his pipe. The artist as a child drew cowboys obsessively and this is a nod to his childish self. The simple child-like fascination with drawing motivates a lot of his work and the delivery of the paint is done in the confident, un-self-conscious attitude of a child.
Acrylic on board
£149.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A stylish, pensive cowboy thinking about life while smoking ruminatively on his pipe. The artist as a child drew cowboys obsessively and this is a nod to his childish self. The simple child-like fascination with drawing motivates a lot of his work and the delivery of the paint is done in the confident, un-self-conscious attitude of a child.
New Life
21 x 29.7 cm
Indian Ink and watercolour on 300gsm watercolour paper
£149.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A man and woman combine their creative energy to co-create new life. A powerful painting celebrating the magical experience of creation.
A man and woman combine their creative energy to co-create new life. A powerful painting celebrating the magical experience of creation.
Indian Ink and watercolour on 300gsm watercolour paper
£149.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A man and woman combine their creative energy to co-create new life. A powerful painting celebrating the magical experience of creation.
A man and woman combine their creative energy to co-create new life. A powerful painting celebrating the magical experience of creation.
Creation i
21 x 29.7 cm
Indian Ink and watercolour on 300gsm watercolour paper
£119.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A nude male confidently floats in infinite space summoning a ball of light. Reminiscent of Michaelangelo's 'Creation of Adam', this powerful painting celebrates the magical experience of creation.
Indian Ink and watercolour on 300gsm watercolour paper
£119.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A nude male confidently floats in infinite space summoning a ball of light. Reminiscent of Michaelangelo's 'Creation of Adam', this powerful painting celebrates the magical experience of creation.
Creation ii
21 x 29.7 cm
Indian Ink and watercolour on 300gsm watercolour paper
£139.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A nude male confidently floats in infinite space summoning a ball of light. Reminiscent of Michaelangelo's 'Creation of Adam', this powerful painting celebrates the magical experience of creation.
Indian Ink and watercolour on 300gsm watercolour paper
£139.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
A nude male confidently floats in infinite space summoning a ball of light. Reminiscent of Michaelangelo's 'Creation of Adam', this powerful painting celebrates the magical experience of creation.
The Drunken Sailor
60 x 80 cm
Acrylic on canvas
£199.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
I painted this after a long job in France in March 2022 where I had been enjoying drinking every day. On my return to England, I carried on the trend and depsite knowing that I would have to stop at some point, at the time of painting, I knew that point wasn't going to be anytime soon. I decided to enjoy the wave of alcoholism for the time being and let myself get swept away by the madness.
Acrylic on canvas
£199.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
I painted this after a long job in France in March 2022 where I had been enjoying drinking every day. On my return to England, I carried on the trend and depsite knowing that I would have to stop at some point, at the time of painting, I knew that point wasn't going to be anytime soon. I decided to enjoy the wave of alcoholism for the time being and let myself get swept away by the madness.
The Big Plunge i
Indian Ink and watercolour on lining paper
The Big Plunge ii
80 x 60 cm
Acrylic on canvas
£399.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
This is one of my most developed and detailed paintings. It is an image of someone who has made it to the big stage of the swimming pool - the diving board - and is about to take the big leap. They are ready for everyone to see what they are going to do: This is an image of suspense at the critical moment when daring, risk and endeavour are all required. It is an image of faith and vulnerability.
Acrylic on canvas
£399.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
This is one of my most developed and detailed paintings. It is an image of someone who has made it to the big stage of the swimming pool - the diving board - and is about to take the big leap. They are ready for everyone to see what they are going to do: This is an image of suspense at the critical moment when daring, risk and endeavour are all required. It is an image of faith and vulnerability.
John Henry preparatory sketch
This is a small preparatory watercolour and indian ink painting for a painting called 'John Henry' (also available). John Henry was a steel-driver from Louisiana who, alongside his working partner, hammered holes in the mountainside to put explosives which made way for the trainlines to cut through mountainsides. There is a mythology surrounding this character and I was inspired to paint this image by the folklore surrounding the story. This is one of a handful of preparatory paintings to arrive at the final piece. This painting particularly emphasises the subject using the rock face as a frame - a visual trope common in Western films. The painting is a celebration of hard physical labour as well as muscular male bodies done in the folk art style that is associated with the America of one hundred / 200-odd years ago.
John Henry
420 x 297 mm
Acrylic on Bristol Paper
£199.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
John Henry was a steel-driver from Louisiana who, alongside his working partner, drove holes in the mountainside to put explosives which made way for the trainlines to cut through mountainsides. There is a mythology surrounding this character and I was inspired by the story. I am fascinated by hard physical labour as well as muscular bodies. This painting is one of my most worked - it took 3/4 preparatory sketches to get the painting to this point. The composition and narrative aspect is reminiscent of religious paintings, even more so because of the divine light source (to celebrate hard work) and the framed arch motif.
Acrylic on Bristol Paper
£199.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
John Henry was a steel-driver from Louisiana who, alongside his working partner, drove holes in the mountainside to put explosives which made way for the trainlines to cut through mountainsides. There is a mythology surrounding this character and I was inspired by the story. I am fascinated by hard physical labour as well as muscular bodies. This painting is one of my most worked - it took 3/4 preparatory sketches to get the painting to this point. The composition and narrative aspect is reminiscent of religious paintings, even more so because of the divine light source (to celebrate hard work) and the framed arch motif.
The Tree of Life
40 x 50 cm
Acrylic on board
£249.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
An original painting of a tree depicting dogs, cats, birds and many of nature's wonders. This painting celebrates the natural world and pays homage to the superstitions and traditions in nature's folklore.
Acrylic on board
£249.00 (plus p&p)
Frame available on request
An original painting of a tree depicting dogs, cats, birds and many of nature's wonders. This painting celebrates the natural world and pays homage to the superstitions and traditions in nature's folklore.