“It will quite eclipse Napoleon.” – said the Prince Regent on seeing architect Nash’s plans for Regent Street in 1811. A sinuous path draws your eye through this Regent Street painting – reminiscent of the intended royal thoroughfare and the world’s first purpose-built shopping centre. As the curved railings meet the road, it carves a […]
Maps are a city’s footprint. Each uniquely depicting streets and buildings that grew organically over centuries. Manchester Map is no different. City layouts are often designed intentionally, but in other circumstances natural features dictate the plan. Think of places where rivers wind their way through a city’s heart bringing trade from far off lands. Or
Southwark Bridge – not the most obviously glamorous or renowned London bridge – features beautifully in this painting. Let us play a quick game. Take a minute – how much do you know about this bridge? Did you recall its unusual green and yellow colours? Or did you know that it is not the first
Cultural Exchange. Remember London scenes like these? People milling around in close proximity. I’m sure they will return. But wearing more masks. Our culture has changed, and only time will tell what the new normal will be. Why call the painting ‘Cultural Exchange’? We’re outside the National Gallery in London. A true mecca for cultural
County Hall London glows brightly in dusk shadows. In this painting, Cathy Read depicts the building on London’s Southbank which faces breathtaking views of the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and the London Eye. The reference image was taken at dusk and the entire painting smoulders in the oncoming darkness. The rich, warm tones and
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The Harlequin Gherkin is a painting of one of London’s most widely recognised examples of contemporary architecture. Appreciated the world over, its unique and bold design has won it many awards. Including the Stirling Prize, the London Region Award, and the Emporis Skyscraper Award. Cathy Read’s mind went all over the place when looking at
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