Neighbours in Zennor II by Georgie Dowling

Neighbours in Zennor II by Georgie Dowling [2021]

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Oil paint on canvas

Image size: H:50 cm x W:60 cm

Complete Size of Unframed Work: H:50 cm x W:60 cm x D:4cm

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A 60x50cm palette knife oil painting on canvas inspired by the views spotted whilst staying on a farm in rural Zennor, St Ives. The painting depicts a view of white cottages nestled in the cliff above the Cornish Sea. The unpredictable nature of working with thick paint and a palette knife was the perfect way to convey the undulating ground. The contrast and relationship between the land and sea in this location was fascinating. The ragged, textural land was an interesting contrast to the quiet stillness of the setting; a handful of cars a day passed us by on the lane and all to be seen was a couple of farmhouses and the local pub. The task of capturing the textures of the land and sea whilst also conveying the stillness of the surroundings made for a captivating project. There was plenty to unpack in this irregular, beautiful landscape.

Georgie Dowling artist with Wychwood Art. Georgie was raised near the coast in rural West Wales surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, no doubt influencing her current practice. Having moved to Cheltenham to study Fine Art she has now based herself there. Work is split between painting en plein air across the country, capturing elements of the surrounding landscape, and working in the studio. “I work quite quickly and my marks are spontaneous and impulsive, I embrace happy accidents and enjoy the life that can be seen in a painting when the artist works instinctively. Inspiration comes to me while exploring the land and sea, sourcing colours and forms that give me a sense of place. The coastline is of particular interest to me; the continuous momentum of the sea and everchanging light is an endless source of inspiration ” Georgie was raised in rural West Wales surrounded by rolling hills and patchwork fields, no doubt influencing her current artistic practice. Having moved to Cheltenham to study Fine Art she has now based herself there working from her home studio. Inspired by the British countryside, she explores the beauty of the landscape through her oil paintings. To discuss works by Georgie Dowling please contact deborah@wychwoodart.com, or call 07799 535765 / 01869 338155.