Original Watercolour 15" x 11"
A bit of an experiment this one with just one colour Ultramarine Blue, and it was done really quickly maybe about 10 minutes or so. I'm pleased with the result and proves that sometimes you can overdo a watercolour and some satisfactory results can come from just a quick sketch and just let the paint do what it wants. The view is central Olhao in the Algrave, looking up the main shopping boulevard.
Original Watercolour 15" x 11"
A shortcut on the walk from Tavira town centre back to the Railway Station, and if you get lost, just use the highest palm trees as landmarks and you can't go wrong. All the little back streets have their own identities and charm.
Original Watercolour 10" x 15"
Exploring the old town's Moorish and medieval buildings. If you're looking for somewhere peaceful, relax on a quiet sunny afternon, then this is it. Stop in at one of the many small bars and have a pint of Sagres!
Original Watercolour 12" x 9"
A sun soaked Avenida da Republica, running next to the marina in Faro. It's a lovely wide boulevard lined with palm trees and typical colonial buildings, and a perfect setting for views out to the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve. Large birds such as storks are a common sight and often build their nests on the bell towers of churches.
Original Watercolour 12" x 9"
Late afternoon walk along the river in Tavira into the centre of town and a sea of tables and chairs (well you can't paint them all!) and people enjoying the last of the sun. You had better be quick or you'll miss your place! This side of the river was in total contrast to the other. Cross the bridge and it's a lot quieter and laid back.
Original Watercolour 7" x 10"
As you walk around the harbour in Funchal, Madeira, the steep cliffs are covered in lush vegetation. After all, this unique island is famed for it's botanical gardens and is well placed taking full advantage of the mild gulf stream. These are the inviting steps to one such garden, covered with lichens, agapanthus and richly coloured tropical planting.
Original Watercolour 10" x 7"
A side street off Rua da Liberdade, in central Tavira in the Algarve. Rua da Liberdade is the main commercial street in Tavira, full of shops & cafes housed in old buildings, ending in a large modern square.
Original Watercolour 10" x 7"
Tavira's a very attractive town on the Algarve. A gentle walk down from the railway station to the town centre leads you past many fine views of churches and chapels. When you get to the town centre, a Roman bridge links the two parts of the town across the tidal River Gilão.
Original Watercolour 10" x 7"
Olhao lies on the coast fairly close to Faro and at the end of the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve. Architecturally the town is well known for an older quarter where the flat terraced roofs and straight box-shaped chimneys show a definite Moorish flavour in their style. Another attraction to the visitor is the fish market held every day in a long building on the waterfront (Olhao is the largest fishing centre on the Algarve). Each morning there is a lively atmosphere and the impressively large variety of fish offered by the local catch is displayed to tempt the customers.
Original Watercolour 10" x 7"
Faro railway station, well located in the middle of Faro and right next door to the bus station (well only about 200 yards away). The main railway building is typical period style architecture and has not given way to the demands of the modern railway traveller. You can catch regular trains here going east and west (nice little trip to Tavira) along the coast, as well as up to Lisbon.
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