Farewells can often be very bittersweet and such was the case at our end of season party this week. After a stunning seven month season, centred on the once in a lifetime opportunity to host the 41 First World War paintings …

Cotswolds based artist Melanie Wright is known for her portrayal of equine and landscape subjects and her talent for capturing atmosphere, action, speed and quality of light. Along with a keen eye for true representation, she brings a highly individual vision to her paintings …

Tom was born in 1941 and studied at Bournville and Birmingham College of Art and the Royal Academy School. He is the President of the New English Art Club and past President of the Royal Society of British Artists, and a member of the …

The Real War Horse They were the backbone to keeping supplies moving to the army as well as being used on the gun carriages behind and on the Frontline. They worked all through the war and many were lost but their work was tireless. I …

Malcolm is working figurative artist based on the Suffolk/ Norfolk border in the unique and meandering Waveney Valley. He is based in his studio on the outskirts of Bungay - drawing, painting and teaching “classical” observational art skills. He works with traditional drawing media, …

Wil Harvey, trained in printmaking at Bradford and Craven Colleges. He has always been fascinated by ink in paintings and, after many years of painting for pleasure, turned professional in 2000, specialising in ink and watercolour ‘house-portraits’ and landscapes and has extended his painting techniques …

John is now established as one of Ireland’s leading equine, sporting and portrait artist. Born in Co. Meath in 1976, John still lives and works from his studio in the heart of Meath’s countryside. He has carried out commissions for many leading horse owners and …

Barry was born in the New Forest, where he still lives and works. He is a member of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters, the Society of Equestrian Artists and a member of the Royal Society of Marine Artists. Barry’s favoured subjects include landscape, …

Sue studied at St Martins School of Art on foundation and degree courses. After graduating she went on to illustrate children’s books, greetings cards, magazines and calendars. Sue now teaches residential courses for Art Centres and also in her studio in South Norfolk. Sue …