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Porcelain mini pots

Lean all about this unique set of 5 mini pots made in porcelain and hand painted in cobalt blue featuring floral scenes inspired by Rousham Gardens in Oxfordshire.

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Tresco painting trip 2026

In September of 26 I joined a group organised by The Newlyn Art School to paint Tresco guided by Paul Lewin, a local Cornish artist. Discover the artwork inspired by this trip painting en plein air around the coast and in the famous Abbey Gardens.

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Punting_at_cherwell_boathouse_story - William Rowsell Fine Art

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Cherwell Boathouse

The Cherwell Boathouse has been a creative inspiration to me for many years. The punt station in the north of Oxford is run by the Verdin family who maintain and rent out punts that you can explore the cherwell river as it winds its way through Oxford. I love painting and drawing the punts and the people in this special place. Read the story to view and buy my artwork inspired by this magical place.

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Shadows_through_vines_DrawingonEasel - William Rowsell Fine Art

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Kidmore Vineyard

In September 26 I joined the harvest at Kidmore Vineyard to draw the bringing in of the grapes. I sat in the rows of vines and drew the pickers bent over cutting the grapes off the vines. To learn more about the day and view all the charcoal and ink drawings I captured browse to the story page.

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BluebellWood-Ed7_1024x1024_72 - William Rowsell Fine Art

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Bluebell wood

The Bluebell wood series was inspired by a walk with my daughter through the woods behind my cottage when she was young.

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Trojan_in_exhibition_hall - William Rowsell Fine Art

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Greek myths

Discover 8 Illustrations based on stories from Greek mythology. Included are The Trojan Horse, Jason and the Argonauts, Jupiter, Juno, Atlas, Oceanus, Centaur and Pegasus.

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SeptemberredRosehips_1920x1920_72 - William Rowsell Fine Art

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September rose hips

This captivating canvas print draws inspiration from the vibrant rosehips that appear in September, glowing like red jewels nestled in the hedgerows. Created using delicate Chinese ink techniques on traditional Sumi paper, the artwork brings a touch of natural elegance and subtle texture to your space. Available in six different sizes to perfectly suit your room. Transform your walls with this timeless piece that celebrates the quiet beauty of autumn’s bounty.

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