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.
"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.Watercolour, 50cm by 35cm
"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.Watercolour, 32cm by 26cm
"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.Watercolour, 37cm by 51cm
private collection
"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. Watercolour, 47cm by 35cm
"Our Romsey: Abbey Interior"
Watercolour, 34cm by 49cm
private collection
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.Watercolour, 33cm by 48cm
"Our Romsey: Sadler's Mill"
Watercolour, 49cm by 34cm
private collection
An accurately restored 17th century mill, now occupied. Watercolour, 49cm by 34cm
private collection
"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.Watercolour, 26cm by 32cm
"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. Watercolour, 36cm by 53cm
"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.Watercolour, 53cm by 37cm
"Our Romsey: Market Place"
Watercolour, 53cm by 37cm
private collection
The Abbey dominates this part of the town.Watercolour, 53cm by 37cm
private collection
"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.Watercolour, 49cm by 34cm
private collection
Watercolour, 33cm by 53cm
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.
Acrylic on canvas, 75cm by 50cm
private collection
