Contributing artist 2020 
Kathy Arthur

Being on a journey to settle into my painting style has offered personal insights, one being that I am not a detail person. I like big ideas, big skies, fells, seascapes. Without the distraction of trees, I find our exposure to our place in the universe, the natural world and our interaction with it takes on an almost spiritual quality. However, trees are an essential part of rewilding and balance, our landscape must change and I am determined to capture this fleeting moment.

I am happiest being in wild, rugged countryside, up on the fells near Brampton with open skies and distant horizons; here you are able to get a sense of being part of the environment rather than just an observer. The irony of drawing inspiration from this makes me smile and is perhaps why I love to paint in situ when our Cumbrian weather allows.

Geltsdale, a place of restoration, a place to breathe. At this time of reckoning, as we witness the process of re-wilding here I draw hope for our future.

If you are interested in purchasing of these paintings - contact Kathy.Arthur@hotmail.co.uk
The prices range from £100 to £30

These were all painted last summer at

RSPB Geltsdale