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Eleanor Woolley
Porthtowan winter swimmers, beach, costal, swimming, Cornwall, people, nature

2023

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Porthtowan winter swimmers is an Original painting by Eleanor Woolley Painted on the beach in Porthtowan this painting depicts some cold water swimmers braving the water. The headland juts out into the sea dwarfing the beach goers. The lovely earthy shades of copper and peaches forming the cliff face with its grass covered banks. The swimmers are sudjested with quick loose brushstrokes. Framed Painting Size 34cm x 34cm depth 4cm Ready to Hang Additional information: Oil Paint on Canvas 34 H x 34 W x 4 D cm (13.39 x 13.39 x 1.57 in) Sold framed Image size: Height: 34cm (13.39 in) Width: 34cm (13.39 in) Complete size of unframed painting Height: 30cm (11.81 in) Width: 30cm (11.81 in) Depth: 2cm (0.79 in) Framed Size: Height: 34cm (13.39 in) Width: 34cm (13.39 in) Depth: 4cm (1.57 in) Artist BIO: Eleanor Woolley was born on the Island of Jersey, and moved to Gloucestershire where she was drawn to the outdoors, always taking walks in the landscape. Her first true love for painting came from an inspirational Art teacher at Haberdashers Monmouth School for Girls where she started painting in Oils at thirteen years old. Here she learnt to paint using classic oil painting techniques, and was drawn to the figure from early life drawing lessons. During this period she was fortunate enough to work under Mary Fedden in her studio and with Portrait Sculptor Peter Lambda with whom she further developed her technique and composition. After gaining her BA Hons in Sculpture at Leeds University Eleanor travelled for some time in Asia before coming home to study Furniture making. Eleanor worked as a Cabinet maker and a Restorer before returning to Fine Art painting. Eleanor’s inspiration is taken from her surroundings where she has a love for the every day things, often passed by without a second thought. Eleanor’s paintings are vibrant, often painted Plein air and finished in the studio. Starting with bold outlines, many layers of paint are used to create the depth of colour. Her paintings are spontaneous, using washes of oil to create the desired form. Often finishing with a palette knife producing a pleasing texture. Her current work is inspired by the landscape of the Cotswolds, and contrasted with long shadows created by figures in urban landscapes.
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    2023
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    Height: 13.39 in (34 cm)Width: 13.39 in (34 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Deddington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU632313837012
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