by David | Nov 6, 2020 | Inspirations, Landscape, Nature, Work in Progress
A lovely autumn walk through the local woods near my hometown in Bolton. It’s a quiet morning, the morning after bonfire night. All the smoke from the night before has more or less dispersed, but there is a smell of smoke and gunpowder still lingering in the... 
by David | Aug 10, 2019 | Art Tips, Inspirations, Lake District, Nature, New Paintings, News, Work in Progress
Here’s a painting that I’ve finished twice now. The first time was a few months ago, and the second time was yesterday. This often happens – a painting that looked complete several months ago doesn’t ‘settle’ well and needs... by dpott | Dec 29, 2016 | Seascapes, Work in Progress
I’m enjoying painting small boards with thick, glossy colours. I’m learning that you have to plan ahead to prevent the paint from previous layers mixing with the paint I apply on top. Painting like this stops me over painting areas and forces me to keep... by dpott | Dec 27, 2016 | Seascapes, Work in Progress
Sometime you just have to put paint on in thick juicy slabs of colour. I think it’s a winter thing. When the landscape seems washed out and a bit watery, I feel the need to introduce some extra colour. It’s the winter solstice and the short days and long... by dpott | Oct 1, 2016 | Landscape, Nature, Uncategorized, Work in Progress
Here’s a small painting that takes a long view. I’m fascinated by zoomed up views of objects on the far horizon – the way the colours merge towards the blue end of the spectrum and the way the features flatten out and tend towards abstraction. The... 
by dpott | Sep 20, 2016 | Inspirations, Landscape, Uncategorized, Work in Progress
This long summer continues so I’m making the most of it and painting watercolours near my home. I’m lucky to live on the edge of the west pennine moors and a short climb always rewards with panoramic views over Lancashire and Cheshire. Today’s view... 