Tag Archives: #Wales

The Old Rectory, Rhossili

Posted on March 28, 2020 by

Built around the mid-nineteenth century, The Old Rectory has had an intriguing past – from its role as a base for radar workers during the Second World War, to starring in the hit TV series Torchwood, and of course the … Continue reading →

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Across Swansea Bay to Mumbles

Posted on March 15, 2020 by

Mumbles lighthouse, pier and lifeboat station looking across the Swansea Bay from West Cross. Swansea Bay has the second highest tidal range in the world. At each low tide, a large expanse of seashore is uncovered. This area of the … Continue reading →

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Dennis hits Mumbles, 16.2.20 (SOLD)

Posted on February 24, 2020 by

This is the view of Mumbles Head from Bracelet Bay car park – the view that most people are familiar with, and the one where I’ve sat in the comfort of my car to draw many times. Sometimes the rain … Continue reading →

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Low tide, Rhossili cliffs

Posted on February 18, 2020 by

  A painting made from sketches done on the spot last summer. I wanted to convey the drama and enormity of these cliffs by including tiny figures walking the cliff tops and on the beach below. Oil painting on professional … Continue reading →

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Rhossili cliffs and Worm’s Head

Posted on January 23, 2020 by

  Finished this morning. A 10.5 x 16 inches oil painting of Rhossili and Worms Head on canvas board.    

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Three Surfers, Caswell

Posted on January 18, 2020 by

I finished this painting yesterday of the popular Caswell bay, Gower. I actually prefer it this time of the year when it’s quieter. Oil painting on canvas board, 12 x 14.5 inches.

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Pwll Du, Gower

Posted on January 16, 2020 by

Finished yesterday, a small oil painting of the lovely secluded Pwll Du Bay on The Gower Peninsula. This is one of my favourite places to walk, swim and of course, draw and paint. It is a sheltered bay, a quiet … Continue reading →

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Brandy Cove, Gower

Posted on January 8, 2020 by

First completed painting of 2020! This is a painting of a secluded cove located half a mile west of Caswell Bay on the Gower Peninsula, which is steeped in history and legend. Brandy Cove gets its name from the days when … Continue reading →

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Caswell looking towards Pwlldu Head

Posted on December 6, 2019 by

Fresh off the easel this is a 10 x 12 inch oil painting on canvas board of Caswell Bay, Gower, with Pwlldu headland in the background. I made it using a limited palette of yellow ochre, ultramarine blue, cadmium red … Continue reading →

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Rhossili at low tide (SOLD)

Posted on November 27, 2019 by

Just had this painting framed up and it’s off to its new home in Cardiff this weekend. It’s an unusual view of the dramatic Rhossili cliffs at low tide viewed from the downs that form the backdrop to the beach. … Continue reading →

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