£50.00
Oil on Linen 14×12″ +Frame. The painting shows a grave yard of boats looking towards Haybridge Basin from Maldon Yacht Club.
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Atmospheric estuary scape with of graveyard of boats in the foreground and Thames Barge on the River Blackwater. Substantial square rigged ships are hinted at in the distance. Haybridge has a lock and some impressible craft.
About the Artist
J Hugh L Beattie is a distinguished commission artist based near Colchester, East Anglia. His large studio is a vibrant busy tapestry of British culture, brought to life through the paint brush. Here, classical elegance meets patriotic history. Hugh’s work is a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional composition. His work is a beacon of grace in an age often side-tracked by hum-drum modernism.
With a profound respect for the military and civil subjects, Hugh’s historical paintings more than mere images; they are stories in colour that have shaped the nation. He captures the essence of British life and its past. From the heroicism our troops to tranquil pastures, each piece, like ‘Enemy over London’, or ‘Rally to the Standard’, is homage to the struggle that moulded our History.
Service and Inspiration
Hugh has served in the Yeomanry for 30 years, and now he exhibits his work at all the major History Festivals in England. He is not a photo-realist, but a follower of painters like Titian, Caravaggio and Sargent. His attention to military detail has a soldier’s eye whilst still retaining the painterly qualities of a loose almost impressionistic approach together with historic accuracy.
For those looking to commission their own piece of history, Hugh offers a collaborative process. He honours the client’s vision while infusing it with his distinctive artistic style.
Discover the elegance of traditional artistry with Hugh, and let the beauty of Britain’s heritage adorn your walls.
