The tightrope walker duet - busker portrait STHYellow A parent facing the prospect

A parent facing the prospect of her kids leaving home commissioned me to recreate in oils a photograph taken yearly in the same place of her family on holiday in France

lived for fake values and for publicity

in this case

At Half Moon Putney

Size of image: 24 x 19 x 2cm (6

The tightrope walker duet - busker portrait STHYellow A parent facing the prospectGlazed artwork CONTACT ME prior to purchase to arrange collection in person from Ealing studio central London I saw the tightrope walker's act in Venice, after crossing the Rialto Bridge. Impressed by her costume and white mask makeup, I noticed her steadying herself against a tree and then confidently walking the tightrope moored to it with a feather duster and parasol, mesmerising the audience. Here, I capture both her moods. Mixed media on paper.