York Legends - Sea Pigeon Denise Finney

York Legends - Sea Pigeon Denise FinneySea Pigeon painted by Martin WilliamsWatercolour on paper 30 cm x 24 cm (12 inches x 10 inches) gold lacquer frame Impressionist This evocative watercolour by Martin Williams captures the legendary Sea Pigeon through the poised figure of a jockey in the horses distinctive racing silks. Painted with a minimalist impressionist touch, the composition focuses on quiet strength and enduring legacy, paying tribute to one of the greats in modern racing

acrylic on canvas

Alasdair BanksColoured oil on canvas | 80 cm x 66 cm (32 inches x 26 inches) | framed in matt black wood | Abstract Expressionist

atmospheric glow

this commanding piece commands attention - both for its scale and for the raw

capturing the thrill of the racetrack in a blaze of primary colour

quietly dramatic study of a grey horse set against a luminous grey backdrop

Jane Braithwaite’s impressionist style conveys the raw speed

A striking testament to Banks' ability to transform motion into emotion on canvas

Look Back for Danger (2012) captures the visceral tension of the racetrack through bold colour and gestural brushwork

The sketch-like immediacy and vivid palette lend a dreamlike quality

The three-part composition isolates moments of exertion and focus

Painted in 2024