Here is some of the resulting work from the project including sketch work to finished paintings. I have included some work from and developed from my life drawing sessions that I have attended in parallel to the project. It has played a significant role with regards to my progress, not only has it had a dramatic effect on my drawing but the experience of some of the other members of the group has been invaluable.

                          

                    

Arts Council Wales Project, A Portrait of Wales; Gwyliau euraidd machlud haul. John T. Oil on board. 81x60.5cm

                                         

                        Gwyliau Euraidd Machlud Haul. Golden Sun Holiday Park.

                                             Some sketch work from the project.  

 

                 

                               Sunny Afternoon in St Davids. Oil on board. 75x100cm

 

                                        

                                                      Close up, alternate crop.

 

                      

                          Tea and Welsh Cakes in Cardiff Cafe. Oil on board. 65x80cm

 

                       

                              Museum of Modern Art Volunteer, Diolch I chi. Oil on board. 60x90cm

 

Tra bum yn teithio o amgylch Cymru, confides fod fy edmygedd o`r mawredd amrywiol a hyfrydwch didostur y tir a`r arfordir, yn gydradd a`r croeso cynnes a dderbyniais gan bawb o`r Gogledd I`r De.

I`r rhai aeth allan o`u ffordd I`m helpu, byddaf yn ddiolchgar iddynt hyd weddill fy oes.

Diolch I chi.

  

As I spent time travelling through Wales I found that my awe of its diverse majesty, relentless beauty of the land and coast, was equalled by the warmth and welcoming reception I received by all from North to South.

For those who put themselves out and without fail went the extra mile to help, I will always have a special place in my heart.

I thank you.

 

                            Some of the life drawing from the past year from 3 to 45minuite poses.

 

                           

                                                  Pressure (working title). Oil on board. 90x90cm

                                           Follow up piece from original sketches and photography.

Life Drawing sessions in the Wrexham Arts Center, Thursdays 7-9pm, £3, very friendly and great value for all, amature to professional.