#286 ‘Winter, Hammersmith Bridge’ 8×10″
by Clare Bowen | Jan 19, 2018 | Bridge, Cityscape, Hammersmith Bridge, London, The Thames
Really tough conditions, biting cold wind, gusts of 38MPH, I tied my easel to the lamp post so I didn’t have to hold onto it the whole time. Trying to do any detail was tricky as it buffeted your arm but I’m still happy with how its turned out, it captures...
#285 ‘Winter Sky, The Trundle’ 12×16″
by Clare Bowen | Jan 17, 2018 | Landscape, Sunset, The Trundle, West Sussex, Winter
A fast painting with the emphasis on the sky. Really enjoyed moving the brush strokes around on this big board. Working bigger allowed freer mark making and arm movement – it was fun!The chalk path was tonally light and almost glowing in the low light of...
#284 ‘Beach Huts, West Wittering’ 8×10″
by Clare Bowen | Jan 15, 2018 | Beach, Beach Huts, Seascape, West Sussex, West Witterings
I was drawn to this subject but wasn’t sure if I could paint it! I enjoyed painting the huts that morning so I thought I’d try.The reflections adding an extra element and interest – it had been a recent high tide and puddles were left.I used my...
#283 ‘Morning Walk, West Wittering’ 8×14″
by Clare Bowen | Jan 13, 2018 | Beach, Seascape, West Sussex, West Witterings
A lovely morning a couple of days ago with strong low winter sunshine.When I paint I try and work on it as a whole without spending too much time on one area but there is often a part in a painting that I avoid or leave longer than other areas this time it was...