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Why do I paint outdoors - I ask myself?

Why do I paint outdoors - I ask myself?

by Peter Bowerman November 20, 2025 0 Comments

My background to painting outside stems from early childhood. No matter what the weather - I'll always try and paint outside of my studio to capture the subject matter be it animals, landscapes or as is often the case - a combination!  

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Painting Autumn leaves

Painting Autumn leaves

by Peter Bowerman November 18, 2025 0 Comments

Beautiful autumn colouring this year inspired me to capture the cherry trees on the stray in Harrogate - slightly windy conditions made the outdoors challenging but well worth the effort - !    

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A trip to Giverny to see Monet's Garden and House

A trip to Giverny to see Monet's Garden and House

by Peter Bowerman September 28, 2025 0 Comments

Had a fabulous time at the gardens of Monet in the tranquil village of Giverny. Made all the more exciting when a massive storm hit the village the evening we arrived - ended up eating my Sea Bass in a plate full of rainwater..... as the restaurant got deluged!

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The Secret Life of Newby Hall Gardens

The Secret Life of Newby Hall Gardens

by Peter Bowerman February 23, 2025 0 Comments

Read all about my days spent painting the secret gardens of Newby Hall in the Spring and Summer of 2025 as artist on residence. Now that winter really does seem to have arrived - its nice to reflect on the colours of summer!

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A thoroughly creative energetic London visit!

A thoroughly creative energetic London visit!

by Peter Bowerman February 23, 2025 0 Comments

So much creative Inspiration on one London Trip - I always get excited traveling from Leeds to London by train, arriving at Kings Cross and stepping into the vibrant buzz of the metropolis of culture. I recently visited for a three-day trip with my husband, Peter...........Where to Start?!

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Art Exhibition at Newby Hall 2024 FREE TICKETS!

Art Exhibition at Newby Hall 2024 FREE TICKETS!

by Sam Oakes March 22, 2024 0 Comments

A Solo Exhibition of my artwork will be held at Newby Hall, Ripon, North Yorkshire from the 28th March to the end of June in The Grantham Room which is located in the Gardens. The title for the exhibition is Newby Hall & Gardens and other Yorkshire Scenes. FREE TICKETS are available for the Gardens, do read on

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