Tony Montague

 

Tony Montague at Durham Art Group

(Photo copyright Durham Art Group)

I learned today that my old friend, Tony Montague has died. He was a prolific and adventurous artist, freely offering advice and a helping hand. 

He and I had a joint show in Alnwick in 2012 and we went on several group painting weeks together. I last saw him in 2017 when he gave a demonstration at Gateshead Art Society.

He was a fine fellow and I'll miss him.

The Artist in his Garret

The Artist in his Garret

(Acrylic on board, 8 x 8 in)

I’ve been tidying the studio, uncovering unfinished paintings and finishing some. This is one of them, and no, that isn’t me! It's another that probably fits into the Major Players (and Walk-On Parts) series.

 

Frank Briffa

 RIP Frank Briffa

It came as a shock today to learn that my old friend, fellow artist and founder member of the Figure8 art group, died on Tuesday evening. My thoughts are with Anne and their family.