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 …
This National Gallery Painting started off as a chance opportunity and a perfect example of being in the right place at the right time. A group of tourists being led by their guide and crossing the square caught my eye and… I’ve painted Trafalgar Square before, and it’s a favourite place for finding inspiration but …
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Time lapse and real time video of the creation of Battersea Park.
Painting County Hall London, a mix of time lapse and regular video showing the creation of this dramatic painting and including some creation tips on using masking fluid and removing it. And here’s County Hall as a finished painting If you enjoyed watching the creation of my painting County Hall London you can see more …
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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 …
