Two clematis flowers in my garden - oil study

Two clematis flowers in my garden

On one wall in my garden i have three clematis plants attempting to occupy the space. The 'passion' one actually has is roots in another part of the garden but most of it seems to like this spot to grow. Painted from life in June 2022. Oil on mounting board (7" x 8").

Plein air painting 38

Painted during one late August afternoon in 2021 this plein air artwork shows a view of Southampton Docks, as seen standing on Town Quay. Looking toward the river Test, a few miles beyond, we can see the 'Western Docks', built in the 1930s with some large cruse ships moored. The closest one is unknown, but is run by 'Royal Caribbean Cruises'. The second one with the red funnel is 'Queen Mary 2'. The third ship in the distance is a car transporter. The weathered and dilapidated wooden/ metal structure in front of the scene is the remains of the late Victorian Royal pier which closed after a troubled history in 1980, although there are plans to restore it.

The painting is done on a small piece of cardboard from the back of a sketch pad, sized at 11.5" x 8", and done in oils.