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Painting a football club scene is always a unique challenge. This week, I’ve been working on a piece featuring Bedford Town FC, a club from the National League North. Bedford is less than 30 miles from where I live, yet it’s a place I’ve rarely visited. I’ve only been there once or twice in my life, so this project has given me a fresh perspective on a local area I don’t know well. The painting process has been interesting, with some unexpected hurdles along the way.

The sight of four bright red telephone boxes standing side by side on Market Square in Cambridge is a striking image. These iconic British phone boxes, located on St Mary's Street next to Great St Mary's Church, have become a well-known landmark in the city. Their bold colour and classic design capture a moment in time when public phone boxes were essential to daily life. Today, they serve as a nostalgic reminder of how quickly technology and society have changed. I recently

Creating art that connects with a place and its people brings a unique satisfaction. Recently, I completed a painting of Histon FC’s stadium, a project I had wanted to do for a long time. This painting is more than just a depiction of a football ground; it reflects the local spirit and personal stories that make the club and its surroundings special to me. Why Histon FC Inspired Me Histon FC is not just a football club; it’s part of the local community I live in. Every time I