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As we come to the end of 2025 the realisation that maybe a painting is more special than a photograph in our super digital world.

Commissions

 Below are some examples of commissions that I have completed. They include a CD cover, a prize for a charity auction and an individuals' vision of a painting . So you can see I have completed varied projects. If there is something that you would like me to paint please get in contact.

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An Interpretation of the Bailey

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 'This picture captures beautifully what is so special about St John's College and Cranmer Hall - a collection of buildings in a unique position which have been home to a learning community for over 100 years.  And at the heart of the picture is the College Chapel where we continue to worship and pray for the life of our College within Durham University.  The artist is to be congratulated for a wonderful picture which repays closer examination.'

Philip Plyming



small and large versions of the print are available

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