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this page: The couple’s garden is home to a collection of metal
birds, nestled amongst the pots and foliage. Dave created a water
feature from an oversized tap and metal watering can (left)
smaller in size than Sue’s, but more graphic in style, their
colours clear and bright. Sue’s paintings are figurative;
there are many portraits and life drawings. She is often
commissioned to paint portraits and says that pet portraits
are becoming increasingly popular. “Somehow I’m able to
catch the likeness of them.” This is a knack that’s very hard
to achieve, but one that Sue has a wonderful talent for.
It’s abundantly clear that during their time here, Sue and
Dave together have fashioned an inspirational and creative
home for their family, provided a safe harbour for Dave’s
beautiful collection of model boats and their many other
treasures, and, now that they have converted the garage
into a good sized studio, they are able to fully stretch their
creative limbs and show their prodigious talents to the full.
Address Book:
To see more of david donkin’s work, visit daviddonkin.com
Visit Sue’s website susandonkin.com for more information on
her paintings and commissions
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