A Mississippi dream.
This summer I had some very intense dreams, these proved to be a valuable source of ideas and material which I subsequently developed into paintings. This is post is about one such . The seed of this dream story can …
Artist Tom Perring & The Elizabethan House Plymouth .
This is the story of my Great Grandfather Tom Perring , his daughter/my Grandmother Kathleen and her creative family . Tom Perring (Thomas Henry Hearder Perring). Artist – 28th May 1881 – 13th Nov 1917 . Theatrical Career & WWI …
School is tough .
Congratulations and well done to those who have received their examination results today and last week . My thoughts come in these four paintings x.
Easter Monday 2026 with a short video.
The Churches of St Martin, Mawgan in Meneage , St Anthony , and Manaccan are throwing open their doors and inviting you in. St Martin Parish Church on the Lizard peninsular Cornwall will be Open between 10 – 2. Welcoming …
A Cornish Treasure .
Here are a few of the paintings which have arrived in the studio since Christmas , including this one of the new born, a little “Cornish treasure ‘ . I don’t know about you but in the Uk and Cornwall, …
Inspirational Ruby .
All our pets over the years have become important members of the family . Our little rescue dog named Ruby, came from Molly Wyatt’s Cornish rescue centre in 1987. I called them up and asked ‘do you have a short …
A Christmas wish to you x.
I don’t know about you, but I particularly look forward to hearing traditional Christmas carols at this time of year and getting together with family . To be honest I am not talking luxury , a cup of tea and …
Wally was here .
Earlier this year, some dear friends asked if I would paint them a commission and I agreed . They , like so many of us, had followed in the press the curious story of ‘Wally’ the Walrus . Around the …
Remembrance Day
At this time , like many, I remember all the brave souls who sacrificed their lives for ours, and those who have survived, and who with great dignity have silently carried the horrors they endured physically and mentally while serving …
A Seaside Beauty from 1981.
A dear friend just let me know she found my ‘Seaside Beauty ‘ at auction in the cotswolds. After studying sculpture at Art College and finishing a degree at Cheltenham , we settled down in Gloucestershire , and remained in …
Thunderbirds are still go 60 years on !
I too would like to celebrate The Thunderbirds puppet show recently revisited by the media. I thoroughly enjoyed watching The Thunderbirds during my 1960’s childhood. I do have to confess that I did have a preference for the Lady Penelope …
The artists cat.
Our little cat inspired this recent painting. It celebrates the simple pleasures in life as we share their world and love .
Sleeping child.
The summer at our house always gives us the chance to catch up with family who come and stay. Not only is it a rare opportunity to share time together , but it often inspires new paintings once I get …
To hope is human.
The other morning I listened on the radio to a journalist talking to men from Gaza and Israel about the current cease fire . The interviewer asked the Israeli if he thought he would ever again see his family members …
In good company .
Ceramic artist Katie Bunnell is going to create a new collection of 50 plates which highlights and celebrates the unrecognised achievements of significant woman of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Having seen the list of amazing women who have …
Mystic paintings.
I would like to share with you this new and rather unusual collection of painted stories, in which the subject matter foretells of, or speculates on, (depending on your viewpoint), future events in the lives of selected public figures. The …
It’s summer…..time relax
You may be resting , paddling , beachcombing for shells, meeting the rescue seals at Gweek Seal Sanctuary , getting together with family or passed out from all the fresh air and your adventures , whatever you are doing , …
Immortalised Punk arrives home
It’s hard to believe that it was ten years ago we had a great day at the Lander Gallery in Truro Cornwall…. with my gratitude to the lovely Viv Hendra who at the time provided the spacious and light filled …
Joy and Peace to you x .
It is that special time of year when we gather together with family and friends to celebrate Christmas, to share memories and to make new ones. At our house this year, we will be giving thanks for all our blessings …
Saint Francis of Assisi.
St Francis, who died in 1226 is still inspiring artists and exhibition curators. The National Gallery has opened a new show dedicated to this forward thinking , kind and environmentally aware man. Over the years , like many artists, I …
A New Year.
This season holds us like dormant seeds in time…. the clocks have gone back and daylight is short as we begin this new year . In the studio I try to value these months , while nature sleeps . It …
Too many words…..
Made in 2002 this painting sold many years ago from an exhibition Julian Dyson and I shared at the Rainy Day Gallery. Run by Martin Val Baker , he was and remains a great supporter of local artists and musicians …
HM Queen Elizabeth ll.
Today like so many of us across the country and around the world , I offer my deepest condolences to the Royal Family on the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II . Her Majesty’s service and dedication to her people, …
Summer days at last.
’Tis moonlight, summer moonlight,All soft and still and fair;The solemn hour of midnightBreathes sweet thoughts everywhere, But most where trees are sendingTheir breezy boughs on high,Or stooping low are lendingA shelter from the sky. And there in those wild bowersA …
Enjoy your Jubilee celebrations….
Whatever you are up to! Village Cricket. The Vyvyan Coach House, St Mawgan in Meneage Church, Cornwall. 10th Sept 2016. Have a wonderful time x.
New paintings at Gallery in St Mawes .
It was lovely to welcome Cathy from The Square Gallery, St Mawes for a cup of tea in the studio. Her friendly gallery is in the heart of the seaside village of St Mawes, and has shown my work for …