Original artwork description:

A charcoal piece completed before a commissioned oil painting. I always like to begin by drawing in charcoals. It helps me to understand the tonal qualities of a view before I attempt to paint it.

Trebah gardens is a beautiful place, filled with all kinds of tropical plants and sculptures. At the bottom of the garden walk is a small pond with a 'monet-esque' bridge surrounded by lush greens and brilliant hues of orange in the autumn months.

Part of a series of sights I have documented around the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall.

Materials used:

Charcoal, paper, fixative.

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