‘Harborough at Night I’ Original 14.8cm x 21cm (A5) Acrylic Painting on Paper
£100.00
Harborough at Night I Original Acrylic Painting
A5 (14.8cm x 21cm)
Mounted (in white) and framed (in black) external dimensions 20x25cm
Inspiration behind the Painting
Allie Whelan’s acrylic painting Harborough at Night I captures the quiet beauty and subtle energy of Market Harborough’s High Street after dark. Rich, deep blues fill the night sky, creating a dramatic backdrop that makes the warm glow of shopfronts, cafés, pubs, and hotels along the main thoroughfare stand out in inviting contrast. The soft pools of light spilling onto the pavement evoke the comforting hum of a town winding down after a bustling day, with hints of evening conversations and the clink of glasses echoing from nearby establishments.
Allie’s expressive brushstrokes and careful use of light guide the viewer’s eye along the gently curving street, drawing attention to the architectural variety that defines this central part of town. The illuminated windows and subtle reflections on the pavement imbue the scene with a welcoming atmosphere, offering a glimpse into the life that continues beyond closing hours.
Harborough at Night I celebrates the balance of tranquillity and vibrancy that characterises Market Harborough’s High Street in the evening. Part of Allie’s series exploring her hometown through changing light and mood, this painting invites viewers to pause and appreciate the warmth, history, and enduring community spirit that the town embodies after dark.
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Fine Art Giclee Prints are professionally produced here in Market Harborough by ‘On the Edge Framers and Printers’ in a range of sizes on beautifully high quality 300gsm studio expression textured matt paper. Colours are guaranteed not to fade as they use the latest glicee print technology, and all prints are exclusive to this website / my studio in Leicestershire.
All fine art prints are supplied unframed, but if you have a specific framing requirement please do message me via the contact page.
If you would like to chat with Allie about creating your own bespoke painting, please to get in touch using the contact page.
Here are some things you might like to think about before getting in touch:
Subject Matter: Allie can capture any subject matter; your favourite pet, family members, your home, business, town, village, church or school, or favourite holiday scene, your garden or happiest memory. Give some thought to what you would like included in the painting, and what the focus of the piece needs to be for you.
Timings: Ideally Allie will need a few weeks to complete a commission but please be clear about a deadline if the painting is for a special event, and she will try to accommodate.
Size and shape: Consider where the painting will hang (if you know). How large is the space, would a square or rectangular painting fit well? And would a mounted and framed piece suit the décor better than a canvas or wooden panel? Framing can be arranged for paintings on paper, canvas and wooden panels so the choice really is a matter of personal preference.
Who is the painting for? Consider your / the recipient’s style and preferences; is a bold and modern style more appropriate, or representational/traditional, or is there a favourite colour for a background for example? View Allie’s work across the website to take influence and direction if helpful.
The process:
- Chat to agree subject matter, size, style, framing options, price, deposit (the deposit will cover all materials including frame if required) timings etc.
- Allie works from photographs and/or sketches. If there are clear and well-lit photographs available they may suffice, otherwise Allie will need to take photos or make sketches.
- Allie will the composition to you to ensure you are happy with the layout and proportions of the painting.
- Update photos will be sent as the painting progresses.
- Upon completion Allie will arrange for the painting to be framed, packaged and shipped and final payment will be requested.