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I’m a painter of unique, quirky and utterly fantastical art! Take a moment to browse selected Original Work & Fine-Art Prints, available in a variety of sizes. I use only archival media & inks for my prints and take pride in knowing that every print captures every last detail.

I pour everything I have into my work, so Thank You for stopping by…

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Sep 23

Yesterday - September 22nd - was #worldrhinoday
so I thought I'd share this: my Javan Rhino...

The rarest of all Rhino species, there are less than SIXTY of these beauties left. The work's title: 'Disappearing Act', reflects that poor state of affairs and also refers to the way the image just... Fades away.

Forever.

So we are challenged by the work, as much as we might be charmed by it. It's both an alarm-call as much as it's a study of something beautiful. Primeval. Something other...

Because of our ignorance, we end up destroying that which we do not see. Or understand. And by the time we've woken up to what we're doing, it's often too late.

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Sep 22

‘Storm Brewing’ turned-out to be a highly satisfying work.

My original inspiration came from seeing a lone Brown Hare, hunkering-down in the field outside my studio, as a storm ‘brewed’ on the far side of our hill. I was moved by his resilience to the oncoming deluge. In fact, he almost looked indifferent: a marked contrast to how I might feel!

His feathery-soft brush strokes give a ruffled, blustery texture to the pelt. The perky, upright ears, alert to the coming drama. Moreover, we should talk about the moody background. About the swirling intensities of the blue and how a little dry-brushing at the top corner, gives a sense of sunlight breaking through?

Toodleoo 😉
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Sep 19

Here's one that doesn't get seen too often...

'Quicksilver!' features an ambitious Frog, on the hunt for some impressive prey. His mount (an Oranda Carp), is just as intent; the pair of them working in harmonious partnership, to achieve a common goal.

Unfortunately, they’re chasing one of the speediest fish in the deep blue: a Barracuda! Undeterred, the Hunters press on. The chase is all…

‘Quicksilver!’ is about the pursuit of dreams. Just when you think they’re within touching distance, they slip through your fingers… But if you give in (let's be honest, none of us are perfect), you lose sight, not only of your goal, but of your true self!

Toodleoo 😉
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Sep 15

What do you think of this?

I made this print a few years ago, while I was trying to work out a few things (my direction as an artist being one of them!). Based on my 'Moonlight Hare', this emerged from a few filters and I've always liked its dreamlike tranquility...

Alas, didn't sell a single copy and it got shelved..!

Toodleoo 😉
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Sep 13

For those unfamiliar with the work I've done outside of the Surreal and Fantastical realms, this might come as a surprise!

This Little Owl, is actually from a Stencil, that I cut myself, out of a few sheets of Mylar. Each sheet makes its own unique layer, with its own degree of intricacy: the only way you can do it and create the detailing!

So pleased was I, with the way this piece came together, that I actually made a pair of them: this is the 'Bluey' one and I sold it off my website yesterday!! That leaves its 'Brownie' companion looking for a home...

What do you think? I've had a soft-spot for Stencils for years, but the work I do now, doesn't have much call for them. Maybe I should go back and sneak the odd stencil into some Fantasy work?!

OK, that's your lot for today!
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Sep 10

Another bit of 'Infinite Dreams' for you...

We've seen the Hare pulling Messages-in-bottles from the River... And we've seen where they're stored...

So let's have a look at where the MAGIC happens!

Have you heard of the 'Oarfish'? Looks a bit like a very large, flattened Eel? Lives in the deep blue & rarely comes to the surface? Well, we've got one here, swimming into the shape of the Infinity symbol. Why? To remind us, that this river is, err, infinite and that as long as we dream and have imaginations, so there will be an endless supply of messages to retrieve...

This bit came together quickly, once I'd worked-out the pattern for the filigree brass-work.

OK, that's your lot for today!
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Sep 9

Hello, World!

Things To Come...

Ciao 😉
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Sep 4

Hello, World!

'Infinite Dreams' is finally here!

There's a lot going on in this NEW work, so I shall be posting details in days-to-come!

In fact, why don't YOU start by telling me what YOU think is going on? 'Infinite Dreams'? Clue's in the title!

Follow link in BIO to see more...

Ciao 😉
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Sep 3

Hello, World!

How about a close-up of my new work 'Windcheetah' ?

Follow link in BIO to see more...

Ciao 😉
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Sep 1

Hello, World!

Childhood. Do you remember it? Carefree days, spent running in pursuit of a dream; trusting that you really could run across water if you were fast enough?

I do…

And I painted ‘Windcheetah’ so that I wouldn’t forget…

What’s more, I’ve a sneaky feeling that some of you might want to remember it, too…

The balloon is just the next goal in life, that keeps you moving forward. It doesn’t matter if you never catch it, as long as you keep running! Just as in life: when we stop aiming at our goals, then we get dragged down. And forget what it felt like to be free…

Ciao 😉
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Aug 23

Hello, World!

Had a wonderful chat with a lady this past weekend, about the journey from sketch to finished painting: thought you might like to see an example?

If I'm in the mood, I'll use whatever's laying around; in this case, it was Gary's notebook! Even at this early stage, you can see the germ of what became 'Leap of Faith' a few short weeks later...

Sketching never used to be as important to my artful life as it is now, but moving into Magic Realism, has forced me to consider things I'd previously ignored.

Overcoming such challenges, is what propels me forward as an artist. Never Stand Still!

Ciao 😉
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Aug 20

Hello, World!

Day 34...

Almost there 😉

Ciao!
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Aug 19

Hello, World!

There’s a lot going on in 'Grace, Under Pressure'.

First – and most obvious – is the Mandarin Duck sat on Grace’s head. At first glance, it looks like an ornate head-piece, offset by the swag of apple blossom in her hair.

Talking of hair, I was struck at the way her billowing locks mingle with the corona of berry-laden twigs at her back; a happy experiment. The work is framed by a halo of neutral sky-blue, from which her single, striking earring is leaping.

Whilst Grace might be ‘Under Pressure’, her serenity comes through: and isn’t that what we’re all striving for? A little grace, amidst the madness?

Grace, Under Pressure' was my first attempt at painting onto sheet aluminium, but I think she worked-out okay? What d'you think?

Ciao!
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Aug 13

Hello, World!

Day 28...

No, it's not an Eel... Bet you can't guess?!

Ciao!
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Aug 12

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Hello World!

Forgive the Unicorn's sad look: it’s been a tough year, after all. ⁣
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⁣Yet there’s so much to look forward to. His cracked horn has now been ‘Re-Forged’ with a little bracket. His bridle sash now carries the Golden Apple of Wisdom and to top things off, the bubbles have appeared… ⁣
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⁣He sends these out to the World, as reminders that good things are still waiting for us, just out of sight. One of them even carries a Scarab: what better symbol of renewal?⁣
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⁣For what is a bubble anyway, if not a perfect moment in time?⁣

Oh, and if you're wondering, the horse I used as reference for this one, is an Andalucian...

Ciao!
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Aug 10

Hello, World!

Day 25...

After much deliberation, I went with a Bird of Paradise... Getting close to the end now: This'll be a good one, so Stay Tuned!

Ciao!
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Aug 6

Hello, World!

We're into a new month now, so let's say a belated 'Hello' to 'Miss August'..!

For my 'Little Gems' series, I painted a portrait for each month, with an Astrological & Birthstone theme.

For August's girl, I went with a simple Peridot drop-pendant and matching headband that sets-off her deep, deep green eyes. In addition, she sports a delicate pink Rose and Catkins in her hair, along with a pair of Tufted Titmice!

A stone of Beauty, Peridot is said to ward off depression and evil enchantments. It balances the mind and calms emotional distress.

Something uniquely different for anyone with an August birthday?

Ciao!
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Aug 4

Hello, World!

It would appear that ANOTHER new picture is on the way... Bet you can't guess what's outside this bit?!

Stay tuned !

Ciao!
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Jul 30

Hello, World!

Day 14...

Ciao!
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Jul 28

Hello, World! To see more of this one, use the link in my bio...

‘Night Mail’ features an intrepid Hare-Courier, together with his Squirrel buddy, who’ve been brought to an abrupt halt: they’ve spotted the skull of a mythical #Jackalope at the roadside...

There’s also a discarded amethyst, which just happens to match those worn by the Hare: this might be the missing Courier…

Is it a trap? Look to the shadows beyond and decide for yourself!

Are they tree-tops? The turrets of a castle? And those red points of light amidst the gloom?

Are those… EYES?

This picture came together very quickly, as though it wanted to be painted and I remain very pleased with its detailing. I still love the softness of the Hare's saddlebag and the look of the scrolls. Topping it all for me, is that lamp: the way it leaves the frame then returns, reminds me so much of the lure of an Anglerfish!!!

What do YOU think of this one? Does it conjure up different stories, such as 'What's in the scrolls that's so important?' Reach out: I'd love to hear your ideas!

Ciao!
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