Original painting in acrylic on board, painted in thick impasto style. To capture the papery petals, I applied the paint using handmade ‘palette knives’ from recycled milk cartons. This is part of an evolving series of poppy paintings inspired by varieties grown in my garden.

Artwork 30cm x 30cm

Framed 48cm x 48cm

The ‘St Ives’ style frame is hand built in Bristol without glazing so the textural qualities may be fully appreciated.