I was commissioned to make a portrait of this former lodge house, built in 1888 by Sir Charles Ryder, one of the original partners of Tetley’s Brewery. I drew the house a few times before I painted it. In the middle of one drawing about 300 or 400 geese flew overhead, very high up. They flew and honked their way west in a giant V-formation that changed shape as they went – but they didn’t make it into the painting.
Thorn Lodge, Roundhay
Beautiful series of works! Love the splashes of colour and also the line.
Thank you, Steven!
Lovely!
Hi Jo
thanks for including your sketches. I always love seeing what comes before the finished work.
Gudday, Leonie! and thanks for your comment. The drawings are important, they can tell you different things… Best wishes, Jo
I love the freedom and assurance with which you paint. Both versions are great.
Thank you, Claudia, hope all is well with you.