KAY HARE 

These two oil on linen paintings are both 100 x 50cm Hyde Park and Regents Park, 100x 50cm oil on linen They were inspired by cycling through the London parks to get to my studio. London’s Hyde Park and Regent’s Park are not just green lungs in the heart of the city—they’re living galleries for artists, especially those who find inspiration on two wheels. As an artist who loves cycling, the changing trees in these parks offer endless muse through the shifting seasons. Hyde Pa

Sailing under stars is a painting inspired by sailing around Croatia. It's a dreamy painting with lots of room for reflection. I think it works well in a hotel or bedroom, as its pastel colours, with purple predominant. I love the colour purple mingled with pink hues. The Vibrant World of Purple and Pink: More Than Just Beautiful Colours When it comes to colour, few combinations evoke as much emotion and visual delight as purple and pink. These two colours, while distinct in

Illuminate is a large painting ideally suited for a big, bold space. This enchanting painting, inspired by trees, celebrates the incredible magic and wisdom embodied by these magnificent living giants. Trees have an extraordinary ability to evoke joy and tranquillity, creating a sacred space where we can reflect and connect with ourselves and nature. Have you ever given a tree a hug? That simple gesture can bring you peace and comfort, reminding you of nature’s steadiness in

This painting was inspired by living on the French Riviera, and its colours by the Mediterranean Sea. Most days the Mediterraen is calm as its a estuary not an ocean so we dont get many stormy days. It's also about meditating on the power of our thoughts, and how we are not our thoughts, but merely observers of them. The Mediterranean Sea, with its stunning azure waters, plays a significant role in shaping the climate of the Côte d'Azur. This region enjoys a Mediterranean cli

Paulina I & II, oil on canvas, 42x38cm These two horse portraits were inspired by my time sketching racehorses at Newmarket. However, witnessing the reality behind the scenes changed my perspective: horses are bred purely for entertainment, and those who don't meet strict requirements are often abandoned or, worse, sold cheaply and condemned to unhappy lives. Throughout human history, horses have embodied untamed beauty and boundless spirit—symbols of freedom that inspire aw