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Painting in focus, The Butter Mart


The painting in focus is meant to give people a chance to buy a favourite painting, print of card at a special deal price. Having thought about it, one week is very tight for people to decide and then buy. Therefore, I feel a month will be fair. Also, I did not make it totally clear last week that this is on a first come first served basis; once the stock I have is gone, prices will inevitably change.

Last week I set out plans for the painting in focus and I said I would start with original paintings I still own.  This just proves I can’t keep to my own rules because this week the painting in focus has been sold!  It is a painting that was done quite a few years ago, but due to its subject and dramatic lighting it has remained a popular print.

The Buttermart in Barnard castle has a rich history from when and why it was built to its gunshot holes in the weather cock. But, like all long-lived buildings it has become an iconic feature of Barnard castle.

There are three prints one of each size. They are all signed and are part of limited collections. There will be no more than 10 of the large printed, 20 of the medium and 30 of the small. For this week’s focus there are three prints one Large one medium and one standard. The Large print will be £45.00, (it was £60) the medium will be £25 (it was £45) and standard £15 (was30). These are amazing prices that will stand until March 20th.  If this is an image is something you are interested in now is the time to buy a print.

Have a fantastic week, and if you have any ideas about which painting you would like to see in focus next week let me know.

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 Tulip Glass Vase  These photos show the recent glass vase I pained as a commission. It is different to most flower work I have done. Usually I cover the base of the glass with grass and flowers, but this time for tulips which are top heavy but elegant flowers I kept the design simple. I hope you like it. Don't forget I am available for commissions of glass or oil paintings, Please get in touch if you are interested in any cards prints or original oils.