I have a number of new watercolours being exhibited at the Gullane Gallery, East Lothian 12th March until 3rd April. One of the paintings going on show is this cityscape capturing Princes Street, Edinburgh on a winter’s afternoon. The scene is taken from Calton Hill which boasts commanding views over the city. Often it is … Read more
Paintings of Edinburgh Victoria Street Edinburgh boasts a quaint array of brightly coloured artisan shops and restaurants. It is set on a gentle incline that takes one down to the Grassmarket. Although it doesn’t have the grandiose feel of Princes Street or George Street, it typifies (for me anyway) the spirit and architecture of Edinburgh. … Read more
Edinburgh One of the first paintings of Edinburgh I had published was this scene taken from Charlotte Square at the end of George Street . Over the years it’s proved to be a very popular print as it depicts a number of Edinburgh’s famous landmarks. Watercolour Just after Christmas 1992 I had decided to spend … Read more
Edinburgh The idea of creating a new town for Edinburgh to be built on the farmlands to the north of the Castle began in the eighteenth century. A young architect, James Craig submitted plans for the competition at the age of only 22. Nine years later, the building work commenced in 1767. His winning design … Read more