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Buildings and Structures

Inspired by Environments: Part Three

There is something very evocative (in my mind anyway) of the ways various parts of individual buildings are arranged and how each building somehow finds its place in amongst the architectural community into which it has been placed.

Gardens

Inspired by Environments: Part Two

Today a review of all the gardens I saw while on my visit to England and Ireland in 2024. Included: Queen Mary's Rose Gardens, Living Walls, a vegetable garden in County Cork, Ireland and the Chelsea Physic Garden.

England

Inspired by Environments: Part One

As most of you would know I have been in the United Kingdom and over the next two posts I will report back on some of the art works and creative environments I have been lucky enough to see.

Glass

The Old Conduit House and the connection to Stained Glass windows - Part 2

Today we find out about the second of the connections between the owners of the The Old Conduit House in Hampstead, in the UK, and the stained glass industry of 170 years ago.

Glass

The Old Conduit House and the connection to Stained Glass windows - Part 1

Today we find out about the first of the connections between the owners of the The Old Conduit House in Hampstead, in the UK, and the stained glass industry of 170 years ago.

Buildings and Structures

The Old Conduit House Hampstead, London

During my time in London this year I discovered the "Old Conduit House" at 1 Lyndhurst Terrace, Hampstead, London NW3- a semi-detached house in which is listed Grade II on the National Heritage List for England with the conjoining 3 Lyndhurst Terrace.

Mixed Media

Maisie Matilda: Fore-edge book painting

Today we learn about a young artist in Oxfordshire, UK, who is one of just a few people in the world doing "fore edge" painting on books.

Mixed Media

James Cook – Typewriter Artist!

Today we meet a young artist in the UK who creates detailed drawings using an old fashioned typewriter!

Landscapes

William Turner of Oxford: the other William Turner

William Turner of Oxford was overshadowed by JMW Turner. His paintings are display at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. Some of his paintings are also to be found in the Tate Gallery (London, UK), the Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York City, US) and the Dunedin Public Art Gallery (New Zealand).

England

JMW Turner: You Rock Star!

When I think of the UK and artists, like most people Joseph Mallord William Turner RA (1775 – 1851), known in his time as William Turner, comes to mind very quickly. As I fly off to the UK for 2 months let's take a quick look at "one of the very best artists the world has ever produced.

Nature

The Glory of the Morning Suffolk Coast

Open you day with some wonderful images of the sun rising over the Suffolk Coastline in England.

Mixed Media

Sue Symons: Creative Versatility Part Two

It's wonderful when you meet someone who uses their creative talent to bring joy to others. Following on from yesterday's post we further explore the intricate details and a delicate touch of artist Sue Symons.

England

Early Morning Reflection

We welcome in the new morning with a wonderful photo from E in London followed by William Wordsworth's famous sonnet 'Composed Upon Westminister Bridge'. And our good wishes for your day to be filled with many patches of sun.

Buildings and Structures

The Art of Buildings: London's Riverscape

I'm transporting you back to London where I was in July-Aug this year. Today's showcasing is open to everyone as it is a presentation of some of the beautiful buildings which line the Thames River. The ones below I am sure you are all very familar with.

Sculpture

Barbara Hepworth – A sculptor melding art and life

Today we learn about one of the most influential British sculptors of the 20th century who developed an international reputation in modern art - deeply spiritual, and passionately engaged with the environment and change.

Architecture

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