Summer Pastures
Price range: £96.00 through £195.00
Title: Summer Pastures
Artist: John Skinner
Type: Limited edition giclée
Edition size: 195
Image size: 22.2cm x 53.0cm
Framed Size (Aprox): 49.0cm x 81.5cm
Available formats:
Print only cellophane wrapped.
Print mounted in a warm white double thick mount ready to frame cellophane wrapped
Framed in a white frame with warm white mount ready to hang
Summer Pastures by John Skinner
Golden Sunset Serenity
Summer Pastures by John Skinner, This limited-edition Giclée print evokes a sense of calm and tranquility. The artist masterfully captures the warm glow of a setting sun, painting the sky in soft yellows, oranges, and pinks. Consequently, the overall mood is one of peaceful contemplation. Tall grasses frame the scene, their silhouettes adding depth to the composition.
Rural Idyll
The landscape unfolds before a rustic gate, leading the eye towards rolling hills bathed in the golden light. These hills are gently undulating, showing a patchwork of fields and meadows. Moreover, the scene displays a classic English countryside vista. The colours and tones contribute to the idyllic feel.
Pastoral Charm
In the foreground, wild grasses stand tall against the vibrant sky. Their delicate forms contrast with the sturdy gate and the rolling landscape in the background. As a result, this adds a sense of delicate balance. A small, barely visible path hints at journeys and exploration.
Framed Countryside Artwork
Presented in a carefully chosen frame, this print gains even more visual impact. The framing choice subtly complements the soft colours of the sunset and landscape. Ultimately, this beautiful piece is perfect for those who appreciate peaceful, rural scenery.
John Skinner: A Professional Artist for 36 Years
Early Beginnings
John Skinner was born in London in 1959. He began painting seriously at the age of twenty while living in Newcastle. Without formal training, John developed a unique technique that diverges from traditional watercolour methods. This unconventional approach gives his work a distinctive jewelled quality.
Diverse Career
Throughout his career, John worked as a children’s book illustrator. Additionally, he completed various corporate commissions, contributing to notable projects in film and television. His impressive credits include collaborations with Spitting Image and Walt Disney.
Current Life
Today, John resides in Newton Abbot with his partner, Deborah. He enjoys roaming the local estuary, moorland, and coastal paths. The beauty of his surroundings continues to inspire his art.
Artistic Philosophy
For John, painting is about connecting with people. He passionately refers to this labor of love as “painting for people.” After all, he believes, that’s what truly matters in art.
