Category Archives: Watercolour paintings

Art of the Forgotten

Posted on 24/07/2013 by ronald972

As I collect art, I find myself wondering how some fine artists just disappear from public knowledge.  They may be found in galleries but they are not well known.  How does one compete with Turner or Constable?  Today a few … Continue reading →

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Art of Iran

Posted on 21/07/2013 by ronald972

When I started collecting art I did not know where my love for art would take me.  What would I collect?  Who would I collect?  As I have enlarged my collection, I have encountered art from across the globe by … Continue reading →

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Art in Solitude

Posted on 19/05/2013 by ronald972

I wonder if the life of an artist is lonely at times, or possibly, do they seek out solitude for the sake of their art.   The image I present to you is to my eye a masterful example of … Continue reading →

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Art of the Coast

Posted on 12/05/2013 by ronald972

From my home, the #Norfolkcoast is an hours drive .  It is a place where the British flock to in the summer sunshine.  Beaches are crowded with bodies tanning, people building sand castles or playing games, families enjoying picnics and … Continue reading →

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Art of Majesty

Posted on 05/05/2013 by ronald972

I wonder at times what art should be.  Many artists use art to make a statement.  Others push the boundaries of society’s understanding saying they are just declaiming what society is becoming.   I, myself, find these arguments belittling of … Continue reading →

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Art with Dogs

Posted on 21/04/2013 by ronald972

Dogs appear in art both as subject or background.  As with the human form, the depiction of animals is not easy.  The misalignment of a single line can make very very fine rendition into an abstract view. We, not just artists, like … Continue reading →

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Art of Towers

Posted on 10/03/2013 by ronald972

As I travel visiting the beautiful sites of this country, one is always drawn to the great historical and religious buildings which one finds all across this nation.  #York is one of those beautiful cities.  Filled with history both sacred … Continue reading →

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Art of Burma

Posted on 09/03/2013 by ronald972

As I procure works for my collection, it rarely occurs that I find a set or series of pieces by the same artist.  Today, I found a set of four works by the same artist.  The artist, #MuangLarBan, was from … Continue reading →

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Art of Italy

Posted on 24/02/2013 by ronald972

For much of Europe’s history, Italy has been a centre for the arts and artists of all persuasions.  Many of the great cities of Italy are renowned for their galleries ,museums, and churches which hold some of the worlds great art.  Today’s … Continue reading →

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Art of Line and Colour

Posted on 10/02/2013 by ronald972

I, at times, wonder what draws me to a piece of art but this week I know full well that it is the sublime skill with pen and ink.  Two pieces by artist Peter Nuttall in my collection are the … Continue reading →

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