Plein Air Studies at South Quay, Great Yarmouth

Diving Support Vessel & the Haven Bridge, Great Yarmouth
28 x 38cm (11" x 15")

Diving Support Vessel, Great Yarmouth
23 x 30cm (9" x 12")

The "Atlantic Carrier" Loading at South Quay
23 x 30cm (9" x 12")

These were painted on the spot in July 2015, when we were enjoying a lovely hot spell.
The ships are very colourful, and packed full of mysterious gear.


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