Wood relief created by carving into wood and rolling inks to create image. Mounted in light cream mount 14 inches by 11 inches. You can see the crumbling Pier and wind farm in the background. I was amazed how the Pier stands up to the sea and how the wind farm seems to move and extend on the horizon for miles. The image is created by using a Victorian Press. Each image is unique due to the process.

At the age of 16, I wanted to go to Art College. You did not do that, coming from Doncaster, amidst the miners’ strike. It was not the sensible career path! As a result, I had a highly successful career in education, inspiring teenagers to reach for their dreams. Throughout, my passion for Art did not diminish. Fortunately, I got to teach art and design stage sets, keeping the dream alive. Now, I create paintings and wood reliefs, inspired by walks, dreams and travels, capturing the landscapes real and in the mind. To create a wood relief or an oil painting, I sketch and photograph an idea, and explore in differing mediums before deciding on the technique. Each carving notch or paint stroke is purposeful to capture the movement. Each colour choice creates the atmosphere. Each piece of work explores the impact moment of seeing the view or place. My aim is to inspire happiness and for people to belief in themselves, no matter their background or age. See all of Allison Murphy's work