England - AnArt4Life

The Swan Bells - Perth

The Bell Tower, in the centre of Perth houses the Swan Bells - a set of 18 bells hanging in a futuristic specially built 82.5-metre-high (271 ft) copper and glass campanile. 12 of the bells had resided in St Martin-in-the-Fields church, London – the parish church to the British Royal family.

Portraits

"Mischief" with Philip Johnson

Isn't it just wonderful when art gets "taken outside"! But when a giant portrait of a small delightful child gets "hung" in a public garden by a lake - now that's magic. And magic is the word when you see the portraits created by English artist Philip Johnson.

Landscapes

Reflection on the beauty that is England

Following on from the coronation of King Charles III, today we reflect on the beauty that is found in the landscape that is England and in the patterns that are nature.

Celebration

Coronation Day - 6th May 2023

Today is Coronation Day - Saturday, 6th of May 2023. But the event is set to continue beyond the actual ceremony, with many celebrations planned across the whole weekend in the UK. Image: Public Domain

Celebration

The Coronation Coaches – not always a dream ride!

In preparation for the Coronation of King Charles III on 6th May 2023, today we look in detail at the two very different coaches that will be used on the day. Image: Royal Collection Trust

Celebration

The weighty aspects of the Coronation of King Charles III

Just before the Coronation of King Charles III, we thought it would be interesting to examine one aspect of the ceremony - the valuable and historical Crown Jewels that date back hundreds of years. Image: Public Domain

Mining

The Cullinan Diamond – The art of Mother Nature

In preparation for the coronation of Charles III, we take a look at the history of the Cullinan Diamond and the principal stones cut from it, which are part of the Crown Jewels. Image: Public Domain

Animals

Nic Fiddian-Green and his Horses

Responding to posts on horses a couple of weeks ago, E in London wrote to say that her favourite horses are being made by British sculptor Nic Fiddian-Green. Let's have a look at of some of his works which are ... breathtaking.

Realism

Philip Johnson: Portraits to Peppers

We have enjoyed portraits by English artist Philip Johnson - today - something to eat!! And to admire the skill of this extraordinary artist. Thank you Philip for sharing your joy of creating images with the AnArt4Life blog subscribers and followers.

Buildings and Structures

Kelmscott Manor's influence on William Morris

Today we come to appreciate a little of why Kelmscott Manor was so loved by William Morris, and the influence it had on his designs. Image: Boerkevitz, via Wikipedia

England

Red House: Home of William Morris

Following on from yesterday's post on William Morris, Julie and I thought you would enjoy having a personalised guided tour of the Red House.

Interior Design and Decoration

William Morris

Showcasing Pre-Raphaelite artist William Morris whose work had a major influence on interior design, fabrics and the fashion scene. Image: A-Z Quotes

England

Explore Victorian Artists at Home

Take the virtual bus to London and enjoy looking around Lieghton House - former home of Victorian artist Frederic, Lord Leighton and gthen on to Sambourne House - home of illustrator Linley Sambourne.

England

Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival

The award-winning Canary Wharf London Winter Lights have returned and will take place from Wednesday 18 - Saturday 28 January, daily, 5-10pm.

Sculpture

Canary Wharf, London: Part Two

Come with me today to enjoy a fabulous exhibition of outdoor art from world famous artists: something for everyone's taste in creativity.

Buildings and Structures

Canary Wharf, London: Part One

Most people have heard of Canary Wharf in London - most likely because the name is so attractive but today we take a stroll around the precinct and appreciate just how special this place really is.

Installation Art

Ian Berry - Art using Denim

Today we meet an English artist who makes portraits, landscapes and art installations using only denim.....Image: Ian Berry Art, Facebook.

Watercolour

The enduring world of fairies created by Cicely Mary Barker

Today we delve into the enchanting, magical world of fairies, as created by the early 20th century English artist, Cicely Mary Barker. Image: Ebay

Impressionism

The vibrant paintings of Colin Willey

Today we meet contemporary English Impressionist painter, Colin Willey, who, like the early Impressionists, loves to paint outdoors in all sorts of weather conditions. Image: the Dorset Echo.

Mansion

Magnificent House Museums - The Wallace Collection

The Wallace Collection is located in Hertford House, Marylebone, formerly the London home of the Marquesses of Hertford and Sir Richard Wallace - bequeathed to the British nation by Lady Wallace, Sir Richard’s widow, in 1897. Image credit: my own photo

Museum

How the humble pencil assisted in WWII

Derwent Pencil Museum chronicles the invention of lead and coloured pencils and how the humble pencil assisted during WWII

Thread and Needle

Debby Kirby: innovative & inspirational

During my time in the UK recently I was introduced to a new and exciting artist who is engaged in an art form we haven't showcased before. I would like you to meet Debby Kirby who is a silk weaver from Dorset in England.

Patterns

Jon Foreman- Land Artist

Today we meet Jon Foreman, a land artist in Wales, UK, who makes ephemeral patterns using just the materials that nature provides. Image: https://sculpttheworld.smugmug.com/

Ceramics

The Denby Pottery, UK, reinvents itself!

Today we look at the stoneware of Denby Pottery in England, whose 200 year history was almost lost forever, but for the helping hand of an investment company and a blockbuster Netflix series in Korea! Image: Denby Pottery.

Tribute

The Queen

Today we take a little time to reflect on the remarkable life of Queen Elizabeth II.

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