Architecture

ST MARTIN-IN-THE-FIELD PAINTING

Magnificent St Martin’s. One of London’s countless historic buildings, St Martin-in-the-Fields’ architectural style shows off what was possible, in the long-gone time of 1726. Like many an older building, the church decoration is excessive. Every inch embellished. Although remarkably restrained compared to some – like Keble College, Oxford perhaps – it still flaunts columns, arches, […]

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Painting of a couple walking along the South Bank of the Thames with St Paul's and the lights of London in the background.By the Light of St Pauls - ©2015 - Cathy Read - Watercolour and Acrylic - 40x50cm - £574

Meditating By the Light of St Paul’s Painting

Looking at the St Paul’s Painting, What do you see? Russet reds, golden yellow against the night sky. Texture permeates the piece. The ground a rich display of oranges,  yellows and burnt umber, like a molten path of lava moving ominously. Oblivious to the ‘danger’, a couple walk, focused on their destination. Are they heading

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