andrewrobinsonart Blog

It has been a heavy week for Manchester City fans. After the independent commission’s verdict on the Premier League charges, the mood around the club has been anything but calm. There has been frustration, debate, anger, gallows humour and, as ever with football, plenty of noise from everyone else. This is not a legal breakdown of the case. It is a painting post, written from the much more human side of football: the memories, the places, the rituals and the stubborn loyalty

The Peveril of the Peak pub in Manchester is more than just a building. It holds stories, history, and a unique charm that few places can match. As I work on my latest painting of this iconic pub, I find myself drawn into its rich past and intricate details. This post shares my journey capturing the essence of The Peveril of the Peak on canvas, the challenges I face, and why this project means so much to me.

In the past few weeks I have started painting some former league football grounds and retro views of grounds which Ive really enjoyed...