A very sweet little painting of an autumn squash.  It’s rind is highly textured, having been worked with a palette knife so the surface has a thick and choppy body against the glowing interior.  This directness of paint application gives a tactile feel – it’s a small, lively and charming work.

Oil on panel  2021   28 x 41cm 11 x 16in  23 x 28cm  9 x 11in  Framed Farrow & Ball