Rocks on Porthmeor beach, St Ives. 8″x8″. Oil paint on calico laid on panel.

Smeaton’s pier, St Ives. 8″x8″. Oil paint on calico laid on panel.

Two paintings from a few years back made on a painting trip to Cornwall. They may not be to everyone’s taste, but I like the simplicity – the restricted palette, limited detail, nice textures and uncomplicated design.