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  • Sailing The Ionian

    We’ve just got back from a couple of weeks Sailing the Greek Islands. It’s hard to return to what has been, let’s face it, a lacklustre Summer so far. On the bright…

  • New Shropshire Studio

    The First Major Oil Painting from My Shropshire StudioIn the tranquil embrace of Shropshire, I have embarked on a creative journey in my new studio, where the beauty of the landscape inspires…

  • Turner In The North

    Following Turner: The Artistic Journey of David Stead Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Yorkshire, the historic town of Ripon serves as the creative hub for artist David Stead. For years, Stead…

  • Turner In Shropshire

    JMW Turner visited Shrewsbury in 1794 and painted the old Welsh bridge. It appears from the painting that the new bridge (pictured above) was under construction at the time. In the background…

  • Opening Hours

    Due to the double life we lead (half the week here in Yorkshire and the rest, by necessity, in Shropshire) we are currently running shorter opening hours. The gallery is now open…

  • Open Studios Weekend

    It was lovely to have lots of new people in David’s studio at the weekend at the North Yorkshire Open Studio event. Though normally closed to the public at other times of…

  • North Yorkshire Open Studios

    I made this film for North Yorkshire Open Studios in 2020 and it’s that time of year again; I hope you enjoy it.

  • Plein Air Painting

    A delightful day painting outside today. We worked on some difficult concepts and though a couple of students may not have finished a painting, it was a steep learning curve and achievement…

  • Shropshire News

    Due to ailing parents David & Becky are currently spending a lot of time at Mere House, their house in Shropshire. This has impacted on the amount of time David can spend…

  • Making A Self Portrait In Oil Paint

    Self Portraiture Self-portraiture has been a powerful form of expression in the realm of visual arts, serving as a medium for artists to explore identity, mortality, and the human condition. In 20th…

  • How To Start Drawing The Figure

    https://youtu.be/Jgdc_31LOsk
  • Understanding Tone & Hue In Painting

    Understanding Tone and Hue in Painting Painting is a profound form of expression, and understanding its fundamental elements—tone and hue—can significantly enhance an artist’s ability to convey emotion, mood, and depth. These…