This is the second time I have painted this subject. I love it so much. The first time I painted it, I did post it, and told the story behind it, But I will briefly tell again. As Constable Fans know only too well that Willy Lott was a close friend of Constable, and he was an Artist as well. he gave Constable lessons in his early days as an Artist. This cottage was Willy Lotts Home, which was in the grounds of Golding Constable`s Mill. Golding was Constables Father. That little window facing the water is where I stayed for a week on a painting course. It was a brilliant tme for me, and holds good memories. They still hold courses there, and I would recommend a week there to anybody.
Very nice and with such wonderful memories. Thanks for sharing your lovely story...
ReplyDeleteHi Vic,
ReplyDeleteI remember the one you painted before, I Think this one came much closer to your ideal. I really like it, specially like the story that came with it and the little windows with a great view!
Your friend Mariano
Hi Susan.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your nice comment. It was a brilliant week for me being there with other artist`s as well. I go there every now and again with our Club. All the best Susan.
Vic.
Hi Mariano.
ReplyDeleteThank you very much for your comment my friend. Yes, you do remember the first painting I did of this subject. And I agree with you that this one is the better painting. I am still waiting for you to post something. I hope everything is okay with you. All the best.
Vic.
Hi Vic,
ReplyDeleteSuch wonderful memories and a equally wonderful painting my friend. It's a great way to spend a snowy day. Painting scenes from a warmer time. Have you been able to dig out yet? You and Rosemary stay warm. All the best to you.
Joan
Hi Joan.
ReplyDeleteThank you very much for your great comment my friend. I never forget the week I had there. In the evenings, I think it was in March, We all sat around a massif great Fire, chatting about the days painting and bits and pieces of our lives. You haven`t posted lately Joan. Nor has Mariano. All the best Joan.
Vic.
A very recognisable subject Vic. I like the rich colours of the roof and trees. It must have been very inspirational staying in a place with so many associations.
ReplyDeleteHi Keith.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment Keith. It is a beautiful venue for Artist`s I must say. Great memories as well. All the best.
Vic.
Hi Vic,
ReplyDeleteThe painting is all the more beautiful because of the memories you have of that time. What a tranquil setting, you must have found inspiration painting there. I love the colors of your trees, and the reflection of the water. The cottage is so inviting.
Wonderful work Vic,
Sue
Hi Sue.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your nice comment. yes Sue, they are great memories I hold from there. Apart from the days painting, the evenings were just as wonderful. Thanks again Sue. All the best.
Vic.