I have just completed a large scale mural for the staff room of the The Ivy in Norwich. Based on a drawing of the panoramic view of the restaurant as it stands on London Street. Painted using acrylic paints and paint pens.
See more of the project on this page.
I also filmed the majority of the work to make a time lapse video… enjoy!
The Soccerpark
I was recently commissioned by the UEA Sportspark to draw some of it’s facilities on location to help show people the wide range of activities you can do there.
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The scene at the market cross
I literally only heard about this event days before it happened. It sounded like there would be lots to capture so I jumped onboard one of the vintage buses that was running from Norwich to Wymondham on the day and spent a few hours milling around in the crowds capturing some scenes.
The butcher van from Dad’s Army along with an old american jeep on Middleton Street
The interior of one of the Vintage buses that Eastern Transport Society put on from Norwich to Wymondham.
Semi-intentionally I only drew with ‘vintage’ equipment, so old dip pens and indian ink with watercolour. Now this did result in me tipping inky water all over myself along with coming home with black fingertips, but it’s fun to make a mess sometimes!
A nice E-Type Jaguar, drawn as quickly as possible in between the crowds. “Am I in your way?” – “No, that’s ok I can look over you!” – if you are the owner or know the owner get in touch as I should of got your details to post this to you!
Chris Bonnick, a volunteer for the National Fire Museum as drawn on location.
I managed to see a fair bit but couldn’t draw everything I wanted, so must head back next year. Very impressed with the organisation of this event – great turn out and loads to see. Was great to see the market town bustling with life of all ages.
Out of all the subjects to draw my highlight was drawing retired fireman Chris (above) there’s nothing like drawing someone there and then at an event. It’s a leap of faith for them as you could be a weirdo and it’s a gamble for you as this is a one shot job. Mess it up and that’s it. Maybe that’s why I love drawing like this so much – it’s an adrenaline rush. You are on the edge of going wrong with any pen stroke. But with great risk comes great reward. A blank page needs to be attacked. No pencils, no rubbers – just make a mark. I’m ranting now – anyway glad I went.
Got an event you would like drawn? Get in touch.
I visited the Annual Vintage Working Show at Little Ellingham on the 12th August. I love documenting live events, and this one was in the village next to where I grew up in – so familiar territory!
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Saturday 28th July 2018 marked the tenth year of the Norwich Pride Parade, and I documented this event through drawing…
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I held my second solo exhibition ‘Drawn to the City’ at Studio 20, Norwich from the 6th-8th July 2018.
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On Thursday 5th July I hosted a Private View for friends, family and clients/contacts at my exhibition ‘Drawn to the City’ at Studio 20, Wensum Street, Norwich.
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I’m part of the line up at the next Pecha Kucha at Cinema City this Sunday 24th June 8-10pm. I will be talking about my recent work and my upcoming exhibition 'Drawn to the City'. Entrance is free and each speaker will be talking through 20 images with 20 seconds on each one. Visit PechaKucha for more information
My recent event coverage work for the Norfolk & Norwich Festival was featured in the EDP on the 26th May. I had given an interview the day before, and spoke of my process in creating the drawings on location. Great to have my work featured! Read the full article at the EDP website.
19th–20th May 2018
I have a table at the upcoming Fresh Artisan Spring makers market at St Mary’s Works, Norwich. Where I will be selling cards, prints, zines and original artwork. And maybe some quick live portraits if anyone wants any!
There are some really great exhibitors, workshops and food. I hope to see you there!
This weekend I visited the Roger Law exhibition at the Sainsbury Centre, primarily to see the Spitting Image puppets up close and learn some more about his work.
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I recently spent a weekend in Bruges, Belgium for a Winter break, myself and my girlfriend were attracted by the promise of good beer, chocolate, waffles and medieval architecture.
Bruges did not disappoint, every street is cobbled and lined with medieval buildings. From the picturesque Markt Square, with the multi-coloured guild houses and imposing Belfry Tower to the canals and bridges, there is plenty to see.
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I visited the capital last weekend to go to the ABBA exhibition at the Southbank Centre with my other half, and did some quick sketches whilst out and about.
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Just before Christmas I was approached by Patterns of Play to produce a cover illustration for the Norwich FC home programme. It was to be for their first game of 2018 with Millwall. Due to the Christmas shutdown the artwork had to be completed that week, giving me not long to get the job done. I love a tight deadline so I jumped at the challenge!
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I have designed a range of Norfolk themed illustrated Christmas cards. They are available online through my website and Etsy. I wanted to design some cards that raised a knowing smile for people who are from Norfolk. They have gone down well so far and were fun to do, I have some more ideas for some further designs so look out for more next year! In the meantime snap them up before they go at etsy.com/uk/shop/NorfolkNChristmas or in person at The Book Hive in Norwich.
I will be at the Christmas Market at North Bar, 7 Fye Bridge Street, Norwich on Sunday 26th November 10-4pm. I am selling brand new Christmas cards and zines alongside prints of my work. Hope to see you there!
Drawing whilst attempting to walk the Peddars Way from Suffolk to North Norfolk.
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Reflections on the artwork of Jean-Michel Basquiat in light of the 'Boom for real' exhibition at the Barbican.
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