Hampton Court Palace on hot summer day

More gouache.

Today I have finished the first painting of my Actors in Hampton Court series. This was an amazing history reenactment I have seen recently in the former residence of Henry VIII. It was a pleasure to paint all the details and costumes. People in the painting are supposed to be cardinal Wolsley and Thomas Cromwell. Not quite as they were portrayed in the famous "Tudors" TV series but nevertheless exciting to watch up-close. I have several more of those planned.

Summer in Hampton Court

Today it's Hampton Court Palace, the home of Henry VIII and some of his wives, with its characteristic triangular shaped trees. It is situated not far from me and I love visiting this place.
I'm afraid that with the summer gone there won't be many more days like this one in the Hampton Court Palace garden this year. Never mind, though. I believe that every season has its own inimitable beauty.