Zeytinbagi Turkey 2

Landscape Watercolour of Turkey, 15" x 11" on Bockingford Rough Paper 140 lbs

On the Marmara Sea, on the North West coast of Turkey and the quaint fishing village/town of Zeytinbagi.  The town is well known for it's antique timber houses, most of which have not had their exteriors maintained too well, but this gives them a lovely shabby chic appearance which adds to their charm, as does their ochre hues.  A great place to paint, especially when the suns out, and they sell Efes beer!

Mudanya, Turkey, 3

Watercolour 15" x 11" on Saunders Waterford Rough Paper 300 gms

Mudanya's a prosperous, vibrant town siting on the southern coast of the Marmara Sea (the bit that connects the Black Sea with the Mediterranean).  The wonderful old houses here in the centre of town are characterised with their upper floors being larger than the ground floor.  Not sure why, or whether it's the Greek style, but it makes an interesting subject and offers great shadows for watercolour.

Mudanya Street in Turkey

Watercolour 15" x 11" on Bockingford paper 140lbs

A typical street in Mudanya on the Marmara Sea coast of Turkey.  Another chance to try a loose painting which I completed in approx 40 minutes including allowing time for the first wash to dry. I think these Mediterranean subjects with deep shade and high contrasts suit a loose style.

Tramway on Ordu Cadessi Istanbul

Watercolour 15" x 11" on Bockingford 300g paper

The Tramway station on Ordu Caddesi looking through to the minaret of the Hoca Piri Mosque (Hoca Piri Cami), and behind this is the southern entrance to the Grand Bazaar.  Istanbul has a nice modern metro system covering the main routes on the European side of the city, but you have to be very careful crossing the street  to get your favourite Doner Kebap as the frequent Trams travel at a fair rate of knots!