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Gallery - Flowers and Fruit
Gallery - Flowers and Fruit
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Anenome
Anenome is a genus of about 120 species of flowering plants in the Ranunculaceae family. In Greek anemone means "daughter of the wind" from Anemos the wind god. Mythology tells that the plant was created by the goddess Venus when she sprinkled nectar on the blood of her dead lover Adonis. The name "Windflower" is used for the whole genus of plants. In this painting I have tried to capture the amazing colour and structure of the flowers. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Bluebells
The sight of a Bluebell wood is a wonderful thing. This painting is one of a series of paintings of wild flowers in contemporary style. Here I have tried to focus on the beauty of the individual flowers seen against a vague green backdrop. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Cornflowers
In the past Cornflowers often grew in corn fields, hence the name. The flowers are sometimes used in tea such as the famous "Lady Grey" by Twinings. In this painting I wanted to show the flowers as if sprinkled amongst the stems of corn. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Cosmos
Cosmos is a member of the sunflower family. It is native to scrub and meadowland in Mexico where most of the species occur, as well as the United States and South America as far south as Paraguay. It is also widespread over the high eastern plains of South Africa, where it was introduced via contaminated horse feed imported from Argentina during the Anglo-Boer War. The word Cosmos is derived from the Greek, which means a balanced universe. In this painting I wanted to capture the bold impact these flowers have. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Crocus
The Crocus is a member of the Iris family. In Greek mythology Krokus was a mortal youth who was turned into a flower by the gods because they were unhappy with his love affair with Smilax. The Crocus flourishes in early Spring appearing with bright and vibrant colours. I have tried to reflect that in the painting. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Daffodils
Daffodils have an amazing structure and colour. In this painting I have tried to capture the way in which the rich golden yellows always cheer the spirit as an emblem of Spring. This is one of a series of paintings of flowers in a contemporary style. This one was specially commissioned by Janie Lunn in 2015. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Lavender
Lavender is cultivated extensively as an ornamental plant and as a culinary herb used in salads and dressings. English Lavender yields an essential oil which has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. These extracts are used as fragrances for bath and cosmetic products. Infusions are believed to soothe insect bites, burns, and headaches. Bunches of lavender repel insects and the seeds and flowers aid sleep and relaxation. In this painting I have tried to capture the splendour of the colours that Lavender produces. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Tulips
I love the deep claret colour of these tulips and the way they reflect light like a glass of red wine. I wanted to capture the way in which the translucent flowers change colour and hue as they catch the sunlight. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Poppies (in rememberance)
I was motivated to do this painting after visiting the installation of Poppies at The Tower of London in 2014 which was created in rememberance of all those who gave their lives in the First world War. I wanted the mood of the painting to have a similar reflective mood hence some of the poppies are blurred as if slipping away in to the past. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Snowdrops
The name Snowdrop comes from the Greek "Galanthus" ("gala" meaning milk and "anthos" meaning flower. In this painting I have tried to capture the delicate flowers that surprise us all by flourishing in cold conditions. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Daisies 2
This painting is one of a series of paintings of wild flowers in a contemporary style. Pictured from beneath, against a clear blue sky. The daisies create an uplifting and cheerful mood. Mixed Media painting 400 x 300 mm.
Dark Red Tulips
This painting is one of a series of paintings of wild flowers in a contemporary style. I love the way the light shines through the translucent petals creating a variety of warm tones. Mixed Media painting 400 x 500mm.
Mistletoe
The tradition of hanging Mistletoe in the house goes back to the ancient Druids. It is suposed to possecc mystical powers which bring good luck to the household and wards off evil spirits. It was also used as a sign of love and friendship in Norse mythology and that’s where the custom of kissing under Mistletoe comes from. The original custom was that a berry was picked from the spig of Mistletoe before the person could be kissed. When all the berries had gone, there could be no more kissing! Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Daisies
This is one of a series of paintings I have been doing on wild flowers in contemporary style. Pictured from beneath against a clear blue sky the Daisies create an uplifting and cheerful mood. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Pink Rose
This painting was specially commissioned by Janie Lunn as a birthday gift for her daughter Georgie. December 29th 2015. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Kiwi friut
This painting is the result of experimenting with using the form, colour and structure of fruit as a starting point. I have tried to show this within an interesting composition and style. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Lime
Another painting in a small series of works based on studying the shape, form and colour of fruit. The translucent quality of the Lime was a challenge but I love the intricate shapes of the structure. Prints available.
Strawberries
The first cultivated garden strawberry was grown in Brittany during the late 18th century by cross-breeding wild strawberries. The combination of strawberries and cream was created by Thomas Wolsey in the court of King Henry VIII. Since then strawberries and cream have become a popular dessert during the British summer. In Sweden, strawberries are a traditional dessert served on Midsummer Eve. In Greece, strawberries are usually sprinkled with sugar and then dipped in Metaxa brandy. In this painting I wanted to feature the vibrant colours and outer texture of the strawberry. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Apple
The apple tree originated in Central Asia, where its wild ancestor is still found today. Alexander the Great is credited with finding dwarfed apples in Kazakhstan in 328 BCE; Apples appear in many religious traditions, often as a mystical or forbidden fruit. In Norse mythology, the goddess Iðunn is portrayed as providing apples to the gods that give them eternal youthfulness. In this painting I wanted to show the fabulous colours and textures contrasting inside and outside the apple. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Cherries
There is something about a bowl of cherries that evokes a feeling of warmth and pleasure. I love the rich deep colour tones of the cherries contrasting with the bright lime green stalks. Capturing the smooth shiny skin and reflected light was a major challenge in the painting. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Red Chillies
Digital painting 500x500 Original avaialble
Red Onions
This is one of a series of paintings of natural forms in a contemporary style. I wanted to paint the contrasting tones, colours and textures of both the outer skin and the inside layers. Getting the subtle colours, light and shade on the outer skin was the most challenging part. Box Canvas print 16 x 16 inches
Avocado
The oldest evidence of avocado use was found in a cave in Coxcatlán, Mexico that dates to around 10,000 BC. The modern English name comes through an English rendering of the Spanish aguacate as avogato. The avocado was introduced from Mexico to California in the 19th century where it has become a successful cash crop, hence avocado is the official State fruit. It is also used as the base for the Mexican dip, Guacamole first created by the Aztecs. Painting the intricate texture of the skin was a particular challenge. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Fig
Figs are part of the mulberry family and are native to the Middle East and western Asia where they have been cultivated since ancient times. The edible fig is one of the first plants to be cultivated by humans. Nine fossilised figs dating to about 9200 BC were found in the early Neolithic village of Gilgal in the Jordan Valley, 13 km north of Jericho. Figgy pudding dates back to 16th century England. In this painting I wanted to capture the dark tones of the outer skin plus the amazing seed structure within the Fig. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Lemon
The origin of the lemon is unknown, though lemons are thought to have first grown in Assam, northern Burma and China. Lemons entered Europe via southern Italy no later than the first century AD, during the time of Ancient Rome. In 1747, James Lind's experiments on seamen suffering from scurvy involved adding lemon juice to their diets, though vitamin C was not yet known. Lemon juice is frequently used in the UK to add to pancakes, especially on Shrove Tuesday. In this contemporary style of painting I wanted capture the amazing internal structure of the lemon. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Tomato
This painting is another in a series experimenting with using the form, colour and structure of fruit as a starting point. I have tried to show the interesting internal structure of a tomato within the composition. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Orange
The orange is thought to have originated in southern China where they were first cultivated around 2500 BC. In Europe, the Moors introduced the orange to Spain in the 10th century. As Portuguese merchants were the first to introduce the sweet orange in Europe, in several European languages the fruit has been named after them. Some examples are Albanian portokall, and Greek portokali. In other languages, the word for orange alludes to its eastern origin and can be translated literally as "apple from China". Some examples are Low German apfelsine, and Dutch appelsien. With this painting I wanted to contrast the intricate juicy structure of the orange with the texture of the outer skin. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Pomegranate
The pomegranate originated in the region of modern-day Iran, and has been cultivated since ancient times. It was introduced into Spanish America in the late 16th century and California, by Spanish settlers, in 1769. The name pomegranate derives from Medieval Latin pōmum "apple" and grānātum "seeded". The ancient city of Granada in Spain was renamed after the fruit during the Moorish period. The French term for pomegranate, grenade, has given its name to the military grenade. We only eat the seeds, oil and juice from the fruit which is also the source for Grenadine syrup. The main aim of this painting was to capture the fabulous internal structure and the rich colours of the seeds and flesh. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards
Red Pepper
Box Canvas print 16 x 16 inches
Courgettes
Digital painting 500x500 Original available
Watermelon
I wanted to see if I could capture the translucent edges of a slice of Watermelon. I like the sharp contrast in colours between the fruit and the skin. Prints and canvas box prints available up to 60x60 cm + cards