WELCOME TO JOHN HAYWOOD WATERCOLOURS
I’m John Haywood, a watercolour artist inspired by light, atmosphere and a sense of place. Through landscapes, cityscapes and interiors, I aim to capture not just how a scene looks, but how it feels.
Here you can explore my original watercolour paintings in the galleries and read my blog, Brushes with Watercolour, where I share the stories behind the paintings and my ongoing watercolour journey.
I’m glad you’re here — I hope you find a painting that speaks to you.
Sharing my watercolour adventures
“We had the luck of spending some time with you and your wonderful family in France.
It was amazing to see what you could do with only paper, pencil, and some paint.
The painting of the marketplace in Perigueux has a special place in our house. During rainy weather it will remind us of the French sun, sounds familiar in Brighton ;)”
Carlo D, Bruges, Belgium
“We’ve spent many a happy day at our beach hut in Rottingdean and when I saw John’s painting capturing the scene on art_at_zerbs instagram I had to have it! I love the long shadows and the detail of the bike against the lifebelt, the reds against the grey. Concrete has never been rendered so atmospheric and alluring!
Tracking down John via his website was easy, he quickly responded to emails, offered me a choice of mounted/framed and a couple of days later he delivered it to my door.
I’m absolutely delighted with the painting – a little bit of joy to lift these difficult lockdown days.”