A small pencil drawing featuring one of the views on the way to Glenvaugh Castle in County Donegal. I found the landscapes in the region very inspiring and enjoyed how quiet it was. #pencildrawing #landscapedrawing #countydonegal

My ink drawing, 'Old Stables' is one of the pieces on display in the current exhibition by the Birmingham Art Circle. It features an abandoned building at Cwmorthin Quarry in North Wales. The show is on at Wolverhampton Arts Centre and runs until Sunday. #artexhibition #inkdrawing #Wolverhampton

I currently have two drawings on display at Wolverhampton Arts Centre as part of the Birmingham Art Circle exhibition. It’s a diverse show featuring drawings, paintings, printmaking, collage and sculpture. wolverhamptonartscentre.co.uk #wolverhampton #artexhibition #drawing

I am happy to be taking part in the forthcoming exhibition by the Birmingham Art Circle and will be showing two of my recent drawings, "Cwmothin Quarry" and "Old Stables". Both pieces feature landscapes from North Wales. wolverhamptonartscentre.co.uk #wolverhampton #artexhibition #drawing

An acrylic painting from a few years ago; ‘XA’. This is part of a series of work exploring Cannock Chase Forest and captures the trees during the Winter months. I’ve visited this forest all my life and it’s always new and inspiring. #acrylicpainting #landscapepainting #cannockchase

I have been focusing on the landscape for quite a while in my work. The urban and the natural scenes that inspire me are all linked by the power of nature. Here's one from a few years ago, following a trip to the Highlands; 'Aonach Mor II'. #acrylicpainting #landscapepainting #scotland

'Derelict Cottage', acrylic paint on canvas. This piece was completed today and features an abandoned building I found in County Donegal last year. Places like this are full of mystery and I love seeing how nature takes over things we leave behind. #abandoned #acrylicpainting #ireland

I'm pleased to announce that my drawing, 'Ruin at Strathpeffer' has been selected for the Open Art and Craft exhibition at Brampton Museum and Art Gallery. The show starts on Saturday. www.newcastle-staffs.gov.uk/museum #pencildrawing #abandoned #stoke

One from the recent past; 'Flux', acrylic paint on canvas. This one features an abandoned ceramics factory in Stoke on Trent and is available to buy. #acrylicpainting #abandoned #stoke

A commission from a few years ago; ‘Seleucia’, acrylic paint on panel. This one took a while but I enjoyed making it. If you’re interested in requesting a commission let me know. #acrylicpainting #artcommission #painting

I’m looking forward to being part of the annual exhibition of the Society of Graphic Fine Art. My drawing ‘Cwmorthin Quarry’ will be on show along with work by other members of the group. The exhibition starts on Monday at the Mall Galleries in London. #artexhibition #pencildrawing #London

One from a few years ago; 'Entrance', ink pen on paper. I'm looking to add a shop to my website and will start off with selling smaller pieces like this one. If you're interested in purchasing any of my work or would like to visit my studio, let me know. www.marklippett.com

I've just completed a new drawing featuring an abandoned caravan I discovered in Stoke-on-Trent a few years ago. This is 'Left Behind' and was made using a combination of pencils, watercolour pencils and graphitint. #pencildrawing #watercolourpencils #stokeontrent

I'm pleased to announce that my pencil drawing, 'Cwmorthin Quarry' has been selected for the forthcoming Annual Open Exhibition for the Society of Graphic Fine Art. It opens on the 9th March at the Mall Galleries in London. #pencildrawing #landscapedrawing #londonartgalleries

Here's my painting of the Chevron Garage in Stafford from a few years ago. This building has recently been demolished along with the Universal Factory across the road which I've also painted. I've ended up documenting the history of the local area! #urbanlandscape #landscapepainting #stafford

I've had a day in the studio today due to travel plans being disrupted by snow. I finished off a commission and then made a few alterations to my last oil painting. This is 'Derryvaugh Mountains' and is inspired by a trip to County Donegal last year. #oilpainting #landscapepainting #countydonegal

I like to get out in nature as much as possible and I’m always inspired by the natural landscape. Here’s a watercolour of mine that captures the current season. This one is ‘Frozen Earth’ and it’s available to purchase. #watercolour #landscapepainting #cannockchase

I'm currently planning some new work based on a recent trip to Ireland where I discovered a shipwreck and an abandoned hotel. Here's a piece with a similar mood from the recent past; 'GEC', oil paint on panel. #abandoned #derelictbuildings #oilpainting

'Derryveagh Mountains', oil paint on canvas. A small painting inspired by my summer trip to County Donegal in Ireland. I really loved the quiet landscapes in the area and took a lot of reference photos for my art. #oilpainting #countydonegal #landscapepainting

I'm currently working on a small misty landscape inspired by a recent trip to Ireland. Here's another misty piece from the recent past; 'Serenity' (oil on canvas). This one is still available to purchase if you're looking for gifts. #oilpainting #woodland #landscapepainting

'Cwmorthin Quarry', pencil on paper. This is a new drawing which I started a few months ago and have only just got around to finishing. It depicts the surrounding landscape to the mine which is near Tanygrisiau, North Wales. #pencildrawing #Wales #slatemine

My oil painting 'Broadhurst Green' is one of the pieces featured in the Birmingham Art Circle exhibition at the RBSA Gallery, which runs until the 15th November. This piece recently won the 'Highly Commended' award at the exhibition opening. rbsa.org.uk #oilpainting #landscapepainting #birmingham

My oil painting 'Camp Road' is one of the pieces featured in the Birmingham Art Circle exhibition at the RBSA Gallery. The show features a diverse range of work from and runs until the 15th November. It is available to purchase from the gallery. #oilpainting #landscapepainting #birmingham

I'm pleased to announce that my oil painting, 'Broadhurst Green' has been highly commended at the Connexions exhibition in the RBSA Gallery, Birmingham. My other paintings in the series are also on show. The show runs until the 15th November and is well worth a look. rbsa.org.uk/event/birmin...

The new exhibition by the Birmingham Arts Circle is now available to see at the RBSA Gallery in Birmingham. It features a diverse range of work by the members and includes three of my oil paintings.It runs until the 15th November. rbsa.org.uk #artexhibition #birmingham #contemporaryart #oilpainting

One of my spooky drawings from the past which seems to suit Halloween! ‘The Hidden Tree’ (tinted graphite and pencil on paper). #drawing #woodland #hauntedforest

I’ve just got three pieces of work back from the framers featuring misty landscapes. Here’s another one from the recent past with a similar mood. This is ‘Hidden’ (oil paint on panel) #oilpainting #landscapepainting #mistylandscape

I've just completed my first painting in the new studio. This one is called '7 Day Notice'. It features an abandoned caravan that I discovered whilst driving through the forest. It looked so out of place that it really caught my eye. #acrylicpainting #abandonedplaces #contemporarypainting

I really like the colours of Autumn. Here's one of my paintings that captures the season; 'Boundary' (acrylic paint on panel). #acrylicpainting #landscapepainting #autumn

Here's one from a few years ago; 'Union', acrylic painting on panel. I love to see nature taking over the places we leave behind as well as the effects of time on abandoned buildings. The painting I am currently working on is very much in this vein. #acrylicpainting #landscapepainting

I've made a few adjustments to my painting, 'Heading Back' and it now feels finished (again). This is part of a series of work about journeys. #oilpainting #landscapepainting #woodland

My painting 'Distant Light' is currently on show as part of the Broadway Arts Festival. The exhibition runs until the 5th October at The Theatrebarn, Bretforton. broadwayartsfestival.com/2025-art-com... #landscapepainting #cotswolds #artexhibition

A small drawing featuring the path to Rogie Falls in Scotland. I started with a watercolour layer and then used pencil on top. I like mixing drawing and painting in a single piece of work. #watercolour #pencildrawing #mixedmediaart

One from a few years ago; 'Wardell's Garage' (acrylic paint on panel). I like painting buildings with a bit of character and with some history. This one is sold but I'm creating new works all the time and I accept commissions. #acrylicpainting #urbanlandscape #contemporaryart

I like to create pictures with a story, where there’s a bit of uncertainty or something unexpected. This one is called ‘Inside Out’. I’m working on a painting that has a similar feel to it now. #abandonedplaces #urbanlandscape #derelictbuildings

A small pencil drawing featuring an abandoned house I discovered when travelling in County Donegal. There were a few buildings like this dotted about the landscape. I'm quite pleased with this one and will be doing an alternative version using colour. #pencildrawing #abandoned #countydonegal

Another older piece of work found when moving into my new studio. This one is ‘Last Days’ (acrylic paint on panel). It features a row of houses that were by the Riverside Recreation Centre in Stafford, a place I used to visit a lot as a kid. #acrylicpainting #urbanlandscape #abandoned

There's still time to catch 'A Post Industrial Picturesque' which runs until Sunday at Brampton Museum and Art Gallery. It features work inspired by urban and industrial landscapes. I have three pieces on show. www.newcastle-staffs.gov.uk/museum #artexhibition #urbanlandscape #stokeontrent

I’m pleased to announce that my painting ‘Distant Light’ has been selected for the Broadway Arts Festival exhibition. It runs from the 26th September to the 5th October. broadwayartsfestival.com/event/2025-a... #artexhibition #landscapepainting #forest

There' still time to catch the Arts Keele Three Counties exhibition in the Ballroom at Fenton Town Hall, Stoke on Trent. My painting 'Universal' is one of the pieces on display. The show runs until Saturday. www.keele.ac.uk/.../threecou... #ArtExhibition #urbanlandscape #stokeontrent

I've started moving things into my new art studio. It has involved sorting through years of stuff in my other studio, revealing old work, drawings and things I didn't know I had! #artstudio #artspace #CreativeSpaces

I’m currently moving things into my new art studio. I’ve rediscovered a number of older pieces from the back of the old space. This one won the Shire Hall Gallery open exhibition back in 2005. I miss that place! #acrylicpainting #urbanlandscape #artstudio

An enjoyable evening at the Arts Keele Three Counties exhibition in the Ballroom at Fenton Town Hall, Stoke on Trent. My painting ‘Universal’ is one of the pieces featured. The show runs until the 30th August. www.keele.ac.uk/about/events... #ArtExhibition #urbanlandscape #stokeontrent

My painting 'Vacation' is one of the pieces of work currently on display at the 'A Post Industrial Picturesque' exhibition at Brampton Museum. The show features a diverse range of artists and is well worth a look. www.newcastle-staffs.gov.uk/museum #abandonedplaces #acrylicpainting #stokeontrent

I’m really happy to announce that I have a brand new art studio. Can’t wait to move in! This will give me more room to work and will be a good space for people to view my art.

‘Plashes Farm’, acrylic paint on panel. A fairly large commission from a few years ago. #acrylicpainting #artcommission #contemporaryart

There’s still time to catch the ‘Hiraeth’ exhibition at the Foxlowe Arts Centre in Leek. It features drawings, paintings and printmaking by myself and Karen Wicks inspired by quiet and abandoned landscapes. The show runs until the 9th August. foxloweartscentre.org.uk #artexhibition #abandonedplaces

My painting “Universal” will feature in this year’s Arts Keele Three Counties exhibition in the Ballroom at Fenton Town Hall, Stoke on Trent. The show opens this Saturday and runs until 30th August. www.keele.ac.uk/about/events... #ArtExhibition #urbanlandscape #stokeontrent

My pencil drawing "After the Fire" is one of the pieces currently on display in the 'Hiraeth' exhibition at the Foxlowe Arts Centre in Leek. The show also features the work of printmaker Karen Wicks and runs until 9th August. foxloweartscentre.org.uk #pencildrawing #abandonedplaces #staffordshire

My acrylic painting "Fragments 2" is one of the pieces currently on display in the 'Hiraeth' exhibition at the Foxlowe Arts Centre. The show also features the work of printmaker Karen Wicks and runs until the 9th August. foxloweartscentre.org.uk #inkdrawing #abandonedplaces #staffordshire