Inspired by Big Ben, Cathy Read’s Painting and Poem of the same name. Hear the rhythm of the chime in the words.
The ultimate iconic symbol of London.
Feels ancient, but it’s surprisingly new, for historic architecture that is.
Vibes of stability, reliability and ability.
The passage of time marks the timepiece.
How many meetings between young lovers begin like this, one arrives early and the other is late. What would be going through your mind at this time. Cathy Read’s painting Rendezvous at the V and A is about such a moment when you feel small and insignificant but have heavy thoughts on your mind.
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Ever wonder what goes through the mind of the security guard who closes the museum gates? Or the British Library, in this case. This painting called Keeper of the Gates is based on a photo taken as I was leaving the British Library on a hot day, and I can’t help thinking “What was on his mind?” This poem is the result.
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Sometimes the best paintings start as a chance photograph on a day trip. In this case, it’s the tunnel to the Museums from Sloane Square Station.
Visiting the Museums Read More »
Life is full of so much that it’s easy to be seduced by the idea of doing everything. The pursuit of shiny objects is fun, but ultimately distracting.
Art begs you to slow down and appreciate a single moment frozen in time. Some locations have so many stories to tell. Looking at the landmarks, you wonder what happened here and what was it like in days of yore. Castlefields Canal and the railway bridges that run over it, could tell many a tale, if they could speak.
I want it all! – Painting Railway Bridges at Castlefield Read More »
However planned and considered a work of art, there comes a time when serendipity plays a part. In all creativity, the artist has to relie on a degree of instinct, but that’s not the same as throwing something together. It’s about understanding the medium and working with it, not against it.
Fire Escapes painting and the value of serendipity in Art Read More »
