Romsey paintings by Don Lavelle

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*Paintings of Romsey by Don Lavelle*
These watercolours were painted on the streets and buildings in Romsey by Don Lavelle and are sincere artistic re-creations of this outstanding part of the United Kingdom. Click on an image to open a larger version of a painting. Purchasing one of these quality paintings or commissioning a special work is easy, just contact Don Lavelle and we will do the rest. Paintings tagged as 'private collection' are not for sale but arrangements can often be made to create a similar one if desired.

"Our Romsey: Market Place From The Town Hall" Watercolour, 50cm by 35cm A view from the front of Romsey Town Hall showing the variety of historic buildings in the centre of the town.		"Our Romsey: Abbey Interior Study" Watercolour, 32cm by 26cm Don particularly enjoyed this subject because, during his painting sessions, he was entertained by organ practices and school concert rehearsals.

"Our Romsey: The White Horse Hotell" Watercolour, 37cm by 51cm private collection Don set his easel in the courtyard to paint the details of this historical Romsey hostelry.		"Our Romsey: Market Day" Watercolour, 47cm by 35cm Market days in Romsey make lively scenes and Don visited several times to paint this watercolour on the spot.

"Our Romsey: Abbey Interior" Watercolour, 34cm by 49cm private collection The artist set his easel under the west window and spent many hours studying and painting to create this watercolour.		"Our Romsey: Quiet Moments At King John's Garden" Watercolour, 33cm by 48cm Don created this aspect of King John's Garden over several on-site sessions and a friend came along at the right moment and sat for her portrait.

"Our Romsey: Sadler's Mill" Watercolour, 49cm by 34cm private collection An accurately restored 17th century mill, now occupied.		"Our Romsey: St Anne's Chapel in the Abbey" Watercolour, 26cm by 32cm The artist captured the timeless atmosphere of this area of Romsey Abbey, with one of the staff giving life and scale.

"Our Romsey: Archway To The Park" Watercolour, 36cm by 53cm The artist stood outside the town hall to paint a view of the 19th century Congregational Church archway which leads down to the Memorial Park.		"Our Romsey: Market Place After The Rain" Watercolour, 53cm by 37cm This vista of the Market Place was composed mainly from one spot but many details were added from studies taken close up by each building.

"Our Romsey: Market Place" Watercolour, 53cm by 37cm private collection The Abbey dominates this part of the town.		"Our Romsey: Costa Coffee Bar" Watercolour, 49cm by 34cm private collection When the weather was unfit for outside painting, the artist spent a number of afternoons painting the life and atmosphere in this popular Romsey coffe bar.

"Our Romsey: Abbey Font" Watercolour, 33cm by 53cm		"Our Romsey: The Abbey From King John's Garden" Watercolour, 33cm by 53cm The artist removed a building which obscures part of the Abbey. Hidden details were obtained from a location a little closer to the Abbey.

"Our Romsey From Green Hill" Acrylic on canvas, 75cm by 50cm private collection
Don painted this large canvas on site in nine sessions spread over three weeks, depending on the weather. He constantly used binoculars to pick out details.
(C) 2018 Don Lavelle all images and text. Version 19Jun18