Two Recent Urban Scenes
The Builder, King Street. Watercolour 38 x 57cm Confrontation. Watercolour 38 x 57cm I have recently returned to thinking about urban scenes - in particular, the very fine architecture of King Street in Great Yarmouth, where I now live. This town has such a rich heritage; it was once the second wealthiest town in England, during the heyday of the herring fishing industry, but has fallen on hard times since the demise of the fishery and the advent of cheap foreign holidays. There was also severe bomb damage during World War II. Nevertheless, some stunning buildings remain, particularly in the quayside historic area, but also along King Street. There is neglect, but also heroic efforts to restore some of the fine buildings. I enjoy painting these buildings together with some of the local characters.
