Boudin, Eugene Louis; Beach Scene at Low Tide; The Bowes Museum
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01/09/2017 at 19:14
Jet Eliot
I enjoyed the Bowes Museum insight on Boudin and this painting, Sarah, thank you. As a lover of the outdoors, I can see why he would prefer outdoor painting, it’s always about the light.
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01/09/2017 at 19:17
First Night Design
Yes! It’s one of the reasons I’m loving the Isle of Wight and the light, even though most of the light these months has not been of the sunny variety!
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30/08/2017 at 17:48
Lynz Real Cooking
Love this one Sarah
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30/08/2017 at 18:29
First Night Design
It’s marvellous, isn’t it!
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30/08/2017 at 19:17
Lynz Real Cooking
IT sure is!
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28/08/2017 at 13:45
olganm
Thanks, Sarah. Beautiful scene.
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28/08/2017 at 16:56
First Night Design
You’re welcome, Olga.
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28/08/2017 at 11:58
beetleypete
Nice group. I had never heard of him, so thanks for the introduction.
Best wishes, Pete. x
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28/08/2017 at 16:56
First Night Design
I’m sure you’ve predicted my reply which is, of course, that I hadn’t heard of him either! x
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28/08/2017 at 10:00
Mary Smith
I think you could look at this painting and find something different each time.
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28/08/2017 at 16:54
First Night Design
I think so too.
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