On Hampstead Heath

Autumn Paths, First Pond

I walk on the Heath, swim on the Heath, meet family and friends on the Heath, watch the birds, frequent the Parliament Hill café and many benches. My particular patch is defined by the Overground stations at Hampstead Heath and Gospel Oak, around the mixed pond and Parliament Hill. Continue reading “On Hampstead Heath”

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Super Kuper

Mary Kuper just brought us a new consignment of paintings. This one is of Simonsbath, Exmoor and the River Barle where Mary was swimming earlier this year. She uses thin glazes of oil paint on board and adds small brush strokes and scratched marks drawn into the paint, creating a richly textured surface. Continue reading “Super Kuper”

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