Visits

Tuesday 22 March 2011

The Needle's Eye


Views around Wentworth  V


This painting is the " Eye of the Needle " situated adjacent to Coaley Lane, Wentworth.
Built in the 18th century it is one of the 4 Wentworth Follies.
This stone gateway on the Wentworth estate used to straddle a private road
 connecting the estate through to Brampton - a village a few miles north.
Legend has it, that Earl Fitzwilliam built this archway as a result of a wager
 as to whether he could drive his horse and carriage through the eye of a needle.   
(Don't think Ladbrokes were around back then!)

Measuring 10" x 8" on canvas board, this acrylic painting is #14 of 52.
One a week for a year - enjoy.
(£10)

Saturday 12 March 2011

Rainbow at Hoober Stand


Views around Wentworth  IV


This painting is a reflective view of Hoober Stand during a short sharp shower.
Hoober Stand is a Fitzwilliam Folly built to the north of the village of Wentworth.
From the top, on a clear day you can see York Minster - well so I'm told. 
I have taken shelter amongst the trees around there on many occasions.
Measuring 10" x 6.5" on canvas board, this acrylic painting is #13 of 52.
One a week for a year - enjoy.
(£10)

Wednesday 2 March 2011

Evening Sun - Wentworth


Views around Wentworth  III 


This is a painting of a silhouetted Wentworth Church taken from Hague Lane looking westerly.
The sun is being partially eclipsed by the church as it starts to bleed around the northern face heading towards the horizon.
Measuring 10" x 6.5" on canvas board, this acrylic painting is #12 of 52.
One a week for a year.
(£10)