Dave is an award-winning artist from Flintshire who specializes in painting the landscapes of North Wales. His work has been displayed at venues across the country. He paints exclusively in pastels and last year he was elected as a member of ‘The Pastel Society’.
 

His work is the antithesis of how most people would imagine a pastel painting to be; they are detailed, vivid and full of deep contrasts. Commentators especially appreciate their photorealistic qualities.

 

Anyone who has ever spent time walking the mountains or coastal paths of North Wales will understand how he finds his inspiration. Even more so when one considers that in order to capture the dramatic light that is so important to his art, he often needs to be amongst the high tops as the sun rises or sets. Few experiences are as ethereal or elemental as walking in the hills alone in the dark.

 

For the Llwybr Cadfan exhibition, Dave will be capturing some of the wonderful scenery that can be seen along the route. Given that it follows the coast for most of its length and the fact that Dave's work is currently focussed on water, it is certain that the pieces will include some dramatic seascapes!