I am told by those in the know that Marmalade cats have a little more attitude than other cats. I came across an interesting article on the subject of cat colours and their personalities, which may be of interest to the cat owners amongst you.
https://www.petplan.co.uk/pet-information/cat/advice/cat-colours-and-personality/
I have never owned a cat but I do enjoy painting them, their eyes intrigue me.
Without trying to be corny, my parents are the reason I paint. Their lovely gallery with its walls of skillful paintings, was inspiring to me as a child and remains so now. I painted this illustration for the shop’s website and would, of course, encourage art lovers to visit the website or visit the gallery in Kent.
Watercolour illustration of a chicken.
Oxted and Edenbridge Show has provided me with many opportunities to draw cattle. Here are ten important things to know about the breed from That’sFarming. https://www.thatsfarming.com/news/limousin-cattle
I painted this on some beautiful Whatman watercolour paper I managed to get my hands on (it was sadly discontinued). I have long since sold the picture and run out of this paper, but please browse my shop for the print.
I saw this lazy pig at a local birds of prey centre. I have sold many prints of this image, I think it’s because he looks so care free and contented and we would all like to be like that. https://katherinetyrer.co.uk/product/pig-fine-art-print-2/
Pigs make a lovely subject for a painting. I sold the original painting long ago but have prints of this particular pig and others in my shop.
The Gloucester Old Spot is a rare breed, a pedigree pig. As its name suggests, it was popular in parts of Gloucester, where it was known as the “Orchard Pig.” http://www.britishpigs.org.uk/breed_gs.htm
Well here we have a front and back view of this cheeky pug. I couldn’t resist painting him from both sides.
Watercolour illustration of Ightham Mote. Kent is full of fascinating old houses. Painstakingly restored by the National Trust, it is an intriguing visit and a lovely place for walks. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ightham-mote
Another local treasure. The childhood home of Anne Boleyn near Edenbridge, Kent. This wonderful castle even has a maze. This illustration of Hever Castle is painted in watercolour.
For more information, visit https://www.hevercastle.co.uk
