Pastel
One of my real passions is pastel painting which I first discovered when I studied the Impressionists at Art College many years ago, but in those days nothing like that was ever taught, so it was many years later that I decided to ‘have a go’ for myself – such a big learning curve which constantly continues.
I love the fact that pastels are quick and spontaneous to work with and they do not require huge amounts of preparation. Going straight to colour has advantages especially, if like me, you want to capture the essence of a subject first and then concentrate on the detail later. I firmly believe that what you feel about the subject in front of you and the visual excitement is more important than accuracy of detail, which can be worked on later.
I enjoy sharing the knowledge that I have gained over 20 years or so of working with pastels and was delighted to introduce many of our art holiday guests to them over the 15 years that we were running courses here in France.
In this gallery you will find examples of my work in pastel and hopefully you can see their versatility for yourself.
Many of the original pictures are available to purchase – you will find details of prices and size on the individual images within the gallery. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch via my Contact Page for more information.

A glimpse of the vines through the gate
Price: €200 (Unframed) SIze: 48 x 37 cm

Dawn over the lake
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 33 x 48 cm

Evening at the creek Alverstoke
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 33 x 48 cm

Cahors vineyards from on high
Price: €200 (Unframed) SIze: 48 x 65 cm

Patchwork fields of the Lot
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 40 x 30 cm

Blousy blooms
Price: €125 (Unframed) SIze: 40 x 49 cm

Malbec vineyards
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 40 x 30 cm

Old piggery door
Price: €120 (Unframed) Size: 38 x 28cm

Where my heart takes me
Price: €120 (Unframed) Size: 29 x 21cm

Sunset Over the Lake
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 33 x 27 cm

Farewell Full moon across the lake
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 27 x 23 cm

Across the inlet
Price: €90 (Unframed) SIze: 22 x 28 cm

My special place
Price: €200 (Unframed) SIze: 32 x 63 cm

Stranded on the mud
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 27 x 37 cm

Wianna the jersey cow
SIze: 21.5 x 20 cm

Grandchildren running by the boats at low tide
SIze: 21.5 x 27.5 cm

Moored at low tide
Price: €75 (Unframed) SIze: 15 x 22 cm

Autumnal Malbec vineyards
Price: €125 (Unframed) SIze: 38 x 26.5 cm

Blue sunflower jug
Price: €120 (Unframed) SIze: 38 x 26.5 cm

Lunchtime
Price: €120 (Unframed) SIze: 39 x 26.5 cm

March hare
Price: €85 (Unframed) SIze: 39 x 26.5 cm

Reflections of spring
Price: €120 (Unframed) SIze: 25 x 28 cm

Anchored at low tide
Price: €90 (Unframed) SIze: 22 x 28 cm

Blustery day at Stokes Bay
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 49 x 35.5 cm

Coastal inlet
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 21 x 28.5 cm

Autumnal view over the Lot River 1
Price: €80 (Unframed) SIze: 28 x 22 cm

Autumnal view over the Lot River 2
Price: €80 (Unframed) SIze: 22 x 28 cm

I wonder what’s behind this door?
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 30 x 23 cm

Fire in the sky
Price: €120 (Unframed) SIze: 32 x 26 cm

Autumn sunshine through our woods
Price: €120 (Unframed) SIze: 39 x 30 cm

Autumnal patterns across the Lot Valley
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 38 x 26 cm

The Patchwork quilt of Autumn – SW France
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 26 x 38 cm

Thundery skies
Price: €85 (Unframed) SIze: 22 x 28 cm

Artichoke hearts
Price: €90 (Unframed) SIze: 46 x 32 cm

Last sunflowers of summer
Price: €90 (Unframed) SIze: 46 x 32 cm

Through the door from the kitchen
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 39 x 29 cm

Moody sky over the Vendee coast
Price: €95 (Unframed) SIze: 17 x 21 cm

IMG_2182
Price: €95 (Unframed) SIze: 20.5 x 26.5 cm

View across the bay in the Vendee
Price: €75 (Unframed) SIze: 22 x 27 cm

Stripes and spots
Price: €95 (Unframed) SIze: 22 x 29 cm

La Flotte harbour – Il de re
Price: €125 (Unframed) SIze: 21 x 27 cm

Red spotted jug
Price: €120 (Unframed) SIze: 34 x 26.5 cm

The pool of reflection
Price: €125 (Unframed) SIze: 29 x 39 cm

Me and my brood
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 26 x 38 cm

Chestnut blossom
Price: €75 (Unframed) SIze: 38 x 26 cm

Chestnut tree
Price: €80 (Unframed) SIze: 38 x 26 cm

Still life – Autumn reflections
Price: €90 (Unframed) SIze: 47 x 31.5 cm

Abandoned at low tide
Price: €130 (Unframed) SIze: 28.5 x 21 cm

Local stream in full flow
Price: €95 (Unframed) SIze: 46 x 32 cm

Poppyfield
Price: €200 (Unframed) SIze: 28 x 44 cm

My studio
SIze: 30 x 40 cm

Stone bridge in Catus
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 39 x 29 cm

Fruit & Tulips still life
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 30 x 46 cm

Red tulips & fruit
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 35 x 33 cm

jug of sunflowers
Price: €130 (Unframed) SIze: 46 x 32 cm

French dressing
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 34 x 52 cm

Purple peonies
Price: €200 (Unframed) SIze: 49 x 47 cm

Japanese still life
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 41.5 x 41.5 cm

Flying kites on the beach
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 32 x 47 cm

Spring flowers and vegetables
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 46 x 32 cm

Reflections of sunset across the valley
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 46 x 32 cm

Les Pivoines
Price: €120 (Unframed) SIze: 39 x 26 cm

Summer celebration
Price: €200 (Unframed) SIze: 64 x 49 cm

Cazals market produce
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 31 x 46 cm

Street cafe in Collioure
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 29 x 21 cm

Backstreet in Collioure
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 29 x 21 cm

Our valley in Autumn
Price: €130 (Unframed) SIze: 30 x 46 cm

Peony passion
Price: €120 (Unframed) SIze: 39 x 29 cm

Parrot tulips in Charlotte Rhead Vase
Price: €150 (Unframed) SIze: 44 x 37 cm

Parrot tulips in a deco vase
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 29 x 21 cm

peonies in chinese vase
Price: €120 (Unframed) SIze: 29 x 21 cm

Puy l’Eveque
Price: €100 (Unframed) SIze: 27 x 27 cm