Tag Archives: Vintage

…a new panorama.

Posted on December 1, 2016 by neowatercolour

I began “Abbeydale Streetscape” back in September. I’ve been thinking of tackling this stretch for a while, but it was quite daunting, especially as the buildings at each end are pretty huge. I’m happy with the result, and the original … Continue reading →

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… Devonshire Independents …

Posted on December 4, 2015 by neowatercolour

Devonshire Street hosts many small Independent stores, and part of this street faces demolition as part of a future development. I wanted my painting to capture the unique Spirit of the Street now …

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… the Rarest Shop … a true Devonshire Independent …

Posted on December 4, 2015 by neowatercolour

  … and probably my favourite. Not just for the stunningly unique frontage (with the Phlegm “Bookworm”) but for selling books. Actual books ! not e-versions. two whole floors of Books, Records – vinyl records ! – CD’s, Art & … Continue reading →

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… the Yellowest Shop I ever painted … more Devonshire Independents …

Posted on December 3, 2015 by neowatercolour

… Syd & Mallorys fantastic clothing Emporium … nicely balanced with Salon W, hair stylists…   Syd & Mallorys Emporium, 162 Devonshire Street, Sheffield S3 7SG On Facebook here Salon W 160 Devonshire Street, web-site :  here

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… another slice of Independents …

Posted on December 2, 2015 by neowatercolour

… the next section of my watercolour painting of Devonshire Street – featuring one of the most complex shop name signs I have ever attempted … and possibly the largest collection of Vintage Jewellery, at Filibuster & Booth … Filibuster … Continue reading →

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… The Spirit of Independents … Devonshire Street …

Posted on December 2, 2015 by neowatercolour

Devonshire Street hosts many small Independent stores, and the street faces demolition as part of a future development. I wanted my painting to capture the Spirit of the Street, before its lost.     The Green Room 150 – 154 … Continue reading →

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… even more …

Posted on August 5, 2015 by neowatercolour

… “Rare & Racy” … the completed watercolour … … Limited Edition Fine Art prints are available ….. … I’m hoping development plans don’t go ahead. They would mean the demolition of this shop, and others. And losing the Phlegm … Continue reading →

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… a day at the Works … (panoramic painting ) …..

Posted on April 10, 2015 by neowatercolour

    …. an almost 360 degree view of Cowlishaw Works, a small community of artisans and crafts-people, behind Gilbert & Sons, Sharrow Vale Road, Sheffield….. painted from over 40 photos (some shown below) ….            

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….. state-of-the-art ! … Hoover … and Lamp (needs re-wiring !) …..

Posted on January 26, 2014 by neowatercolour

….. two sketches from last weekend …..  ….. both these unusal, vintage items are on display (with many others !)at Gilbert & Sons, Sharrow Vale Road, Sheffield S11 8XD …..

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….. for Boxing Day….. Something Different …..

Posted on December 26, 2013 by neowatercolour

….. a vintage Land Rover …..

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Just Behind this Rhinoceros……….

Posted on July 11, 2012 by neowatercolour

……..is where I hope to be this sunday,15th July……in front of Gilbert & Sons, at the Farmers Market, SharrowVale…… …….. a big Thankyou to Paula, John and Barry of Gilbert & Sons, who have been so kind and helpful…… ……..this painting, hot off the easel, will … Continue reading →

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Mmmmm…………very tasty……….

Posted on July 3, 2012 by neowatercolour

………….”Limited Edition”  Heinz Tomato Ketchup, blended with “Indian Spices” …….. great Orange label, and love the Elephant   🙂

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