Just sheds: Artists Retreat – Chris Cyprus


Artists Retreat Chris Cyprus

Artists Retreat - Chris Cyprus
Allotment

The shed was cobbled together from various articles and leftover bits from the allotment. Chris spends time in the shed getting inspiration for his next painting !!!

A bit about Chris Cyprus

Self taught, obsessive and unique, after eight years as a self-taught painter, Chris Cyprus has moved on from portraying Lancashire’s stunning landscapes to painting allotments on hillsides close to his home.

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After numerous TV appearances, notably BBC Gardener’s World in summer 2008 his paintings are in high demand and purchased by buyers both at home and abroad who find a magnetic appeal in the secret world of garden sheds and home-grown root vegetables. The 37-year-old from Mossley, Lancashire Speaking at the opening of a recent exhibition, said that his passion for painting allotment scenes began with a fascination with the humble garden shed.

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I would love one of Chris Prints, so if anyone wants to get me one for my birthday!

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