Hope Springs Eternal, 2026

Hope Springs Eternal is a serene semi-abstract oil painting of an autumn woodland path with a barn owl in soft oranges, magentas and amethyst. It is 36x36x1.5 inches. The concept of this painting was to concentrate less on details and more on the overall feeling of walking a woodland path. In the High Weald area of Sussex there are thousands of small woodlands and forests, and each one has a distinctive atmosphere. Sometimes the paths through them are calming, but other times they can be quite sinister. I always feel as if the trees are holding their breath when I’m walking beneath them, as are the hundreds of creatures who are no doubt watching my progress. There is a barn owl slightly hidden in it – she is simply there to bolster the magical quality I was trying to convey. Painted on deep-edge canvas, painted to match, ready to hang, and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfPfa7jiy4U