Author Archives: pobbles2000

Sketchbook trees

Two pages from my French sketchbook. Quick sketches in an apricot orchard above and of a street plane tree below in 4B pencil, drawn while sipping a café au lait.

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Two trees, Provence (SOLD)

A reworked plein air painting from my trip to Provence last May. 30cm square oil painting on canvas board.

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Study: Three Cliffs Bay

I’m working on a painting of Three Cliffs Bay, Gower at present. Sketch book study in graphite.

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End of exhibition

Well it’s over. After months of preparation my first solo exhibition at Oriel Bach, Mumbles has ended. It was a far greater success than I had ever imagined it would be. Most people seem to equate success with sales. Whilst … Continue reading

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The first red spot appears!

My brother and I at the exhibition yesterday. The first painting to sell – ‘Morning light, Gower’.

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Exhibition up and running!

A long, hot day hanging my exhibition yesterday at Oriel Bach in Mumbles, but I’m pleased with the result. It’s looking good! The opening last night was successful and was well attended.  

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Winter storm 2014, Mumbles lighthouse

Something a little different for me – a little more lively and expressive. Oil painting 12 inches square. I witnessed this storm last January at Mumbles Head, sitting in my car in Bracelet Bay car park.. 

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Natural Arch, Three Cliff Bay, Gower (SOLD)

8 inch square oil painting finished today… the last one completed for my exhibition. Should be dry by Monday!

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Green boat, Solva (SOLD)

This older oil painting will be on show at my exhibition starting next Monday 21 July at Oriel Bach.

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Shifting light, Pwll-Du Bay, Gower (SOLD)

The beautiful and secluded Pwll-Du Bay on the Gower Peninsula. The bay is not easily accessible but there is a walk to the beach through the woods of Bishopston Valley, which is in the care of The National Trust. An … Continue reading

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