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Prints of Newcastle Central Arcade

Central Arcade, Newcastle A Timeless Edwardian Masterpiece

Newcastle upon Tyne is a city steeped in history, its streets echoing with stories of the past. Among its many architectural gems, Central Arcade stands as a testament to Edwardian craftsmanship and elegance. Built in 1906, this iconic shopping arcade continues to captivate visitors with its intricate design, timeless charm, and the rich tapestry of […]

Learn to paint

The guests that come on our painting holidays in Italy learn to paint, mainly in watercolour. I’ve been teaching various aspects of art and design for over 30 years. Throughout this time I’ve learnt that there are no real short cuts to getting good at painting, however there are various things you can do to […]

Magnetic Bookmarks

Magnetic Bookmarks

Magnetic Bookmarks are not wildly available even though they are very practical. How many of us use bookmarks made from bus tickets, business cards or scraps of paper which easily fall out. Magnetic Bookmarks are much more practical as they clip onto the page you are up to without there being any danger of slipping […]

Paintings of Newcastle, Central Arcade

Newcastle upon Tyne is full of architectural treasures, one of which is the Central Arcade, a stunning Edwardian shopping arcade built in 1906 within the Central Exchange, a triangular building built by Richard Grainger in 1836-1838 to the designs of John Wardle and George Walker. I’ve painted the outside of the building on many occasions […]

Central Arcade

Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle upon Tyne is full of architectural treasures, one of which is the Central Arcade. It’s a stunning Edwardian shopping arcade built in 1906 within the Central Exchange. Built by Richard Grainger in 1836-1838 to the designs of John Wardle and George Walker, it’s a triangular building. I’ve painted the outside of the […]