Toward Parliament

Painting Description

 

This painting is based on a photo that I took from the Jubilee footbridge looking toward Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. I did dramatize the light effect on this scene of the Thames River in the heart of central London to create what I hope is a more effective and focused view. In this piece the wall of the embankment leads us toward the perpendicular gothic creation by Charles Barry assisted by Augustus Pugin. As I love architecture, Pugin is a favourite of mine. Pugin’s work became most fashionable and so is evident in many of the great country houses and some of the country churches.

Additional information

Medium Value

Acrylic

Year

2011

Base Value

Canvas on Masonite

Image ID

PS156

Original Size

18" x 24"