Sketches

Kevin Ryan
Farm, Middlesmoor, Nidderdale

"This was one of a series of sketches I did in Nidderdale. I find the Dales truly inspiring. I am fascinated by the dry-stone walls, the hundreds of barns dotted about in the fields and by the wonderful field patterns up the sides of the valleys".

The work will undergo many changes from the original sketch because I am trying to say something different in my painting, not just produce a reproduction...


Highland Cattle, Catterline

"I drew these Highland Cattle during our month's residency at Joan Eardley's Studio at Catterline. I rarely sketch animals but these two interested me as they had a certain presence. I liked their strong shape and their inquisitive nature."


Afon Eisingrug

" A sketch of two barns in the Talsarnu region of Gwynned. At the time I was working on a course with Moira Huntly PPS RWA. Moira and her painting partner, the late John Blockley RI RWA, have been a constant source of inspiration and encouragement to me over many years."


Fishermen's Sheds, Brancaster Staithe

"The Staithe is a working harbour quite close to where we live. There are always fishing boats there and the place has a special feel to it. I am particularly attracted to these rusty sheds and old brick buildings. Some of these date back to the early 1800s."


Gallow Hill Farm

"I always find farms interesting and draw them as often as I can. This one is a favourite of mine as it sits up on higher ground and the farmland sweeps down to the road."


Lyng Farm

"Another of my favourite farms. This one nestles in a hollow surrounded by hedgerows, copses and fields growing barley, wheat and sugar beet. There are always interesting patterns and textures in the landscape when different crops are grown in close proximity."