Elegant drama focusing on the gangster gang the Peaky Blinders introduced Tom Hardy as a very scary Jewish mafia giant. I really enjoyed drawing his great big bushy beard. It was a toss-up between Hardy and Cillian Murphy. Cillian Murphy may still have to be done…
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Christopher Lee – Dracula
This was a commission shortly after the passing of the late great Christopher Lee. In one of his most sensational roles as Dracula. A gothic legend played by the God of horror. Lee never failed to be magnificent.
Eicca Toppinen
I first saw Apolcalyptica at Download Festival at Donnington Park. I had no idea who they were or what to expect and was confused when they came out carrying their cellos. Once they started playing a powerful cello based version of Metallica’s Enter Sandman and windmilling their long hair above their cellos, all became clear. … Continue reading Eicca Toppinen
Weeping Angels
The finest of the Doctor Who imaginings in my opinion and by far the most terrifying by the very talented Steven Moffat. Having been drawn towards sculptures in cemeteries, guarding your lost loved ones. I adore this sinister twist, the predator that feeds off your potential energy by sending you back in time to a… Continue reading Weeping Angels
Johannes Eckerström
I first saw Avatar at the Feckler in Bristol, a venue on a boat. It was an entirely appropriate setting to see them. They had such a jaunty and energetic sound, like a dark Victorian funfair. There was plenty of hilarious audience interaction from Johannes Eckerström who was born to be a frontman. Avatar exude… Continue reading Johannes Eckerström
Serj Tankian
Serj Tankian is one of my heroes; a charismatic and intelligent musical genius. System of a Down’s lyrics are full of passion and poignancy- a great inspiration for the young and impressionable. His face is beautiful, full of kindness and humour.
Joey Jordison
When I first came across Slipknot, I knew they represented something different. I had just started to discover the alternative scene and bought magazines like Kerrang and Metal Hammer and would feel great excitement, flicking through the pages and making new discoveries. The thing which drew me to metal was the heavy and strong sound,… Continue reading Joey Jordison
Guardian of the Cemetery
This was the most striking figure to me, looming over the others in the Welford Road Cemetery, in Leicester. Reminiscent of the Weeping Angels in Doctor Who, you felt you’d be foolish to turn your back on her…
Angel of Welford
This is a sculpture I would visit on my way to work through the Welford Road Cemetery in Leicester. The ivy draped over the steps is textured to give a 3d effect. I repainted this image as my first attempt was a daytime scene. I looked at it for a few months and knew it… Continue reading Angel of Welford
Frome Corridor
Another rainy scene from my town of residence, Frome. I used photoshop to alter the colour tones in this image before painting.
Catherine Hill
I’m always drawn to night-time scenes when it comes to landscapes. I like the atmosphere created by snippets of light from the moon or from streetlamps highlighting edges and shapes. I had been watching BBC series Dickensian when I painted this scene and was imagining Victorian streets, dark and mysterious, lit by the glow from shop… Continue reading Catherine Hill
Serpentine Offering
Serpentine Offering was influenced by a sculpture from a Berlin cemetery and a track of the same title by Norweigan symphonic black metal band Dimmu Borgir. When I visited Berlin, I was impressed by the city’s regeneration and architectural innovation following the devastation and oppression of World War II and the Cold War. The spirit… Continue reading Serpentine Offering
The War of The Worlds
The War of the Worlds by H.G.Wells (first published in 1897) is amongst my favourite science fiction novels. Having seen the film starring Tom Cruise (which I actually quite like, although I realise it is frowned upon!) I was careful to paint this image based on my interpretations from descriptions in the book and my… Continue reading The War of The Worlds
Special Birthday Calligraphy
I was asked to do a commission for a ‘special’ birthday for my client’s mother. It was such a beautiful card already that I was slightly terrified to touch it. And with its pop up centre, there were some practical issues too!! I was rather pleased with the results and lack of smudges.
Wedding Calligraphy
This was a little bit of calligraphy I did for a wedding between two of my best friends. I’ve always been really interested in typography and was lucky that my local college ran a short calligraphy evening course. It gave me a great starting point. It’s really satisfying to be able to say something you… Continue reading Wedding Calligraphy