‘Fields of Pink II’ 50cm x 50cm Original Acrylic Painting on Canvas
£300.00
Fields of Pink
Original Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Mounted in a black tray frame.
External dimensions 55cm x 55cm.
Inspiration for the Painting
Allie Whelan’s acrylic painting ‘Fields of Pink II’ forms part of her evocative Grand Union series — a body of work inspired by the beauty and stillness of the Grand Union Canal that runs through and north of Market Harborough. Based on a photograph Allie captured during one of her early-morning runs, this piece radiates the warmth and optimism of a sunny countryside morning, where light, colour, and memory intertwine.
Underpinned by a layer of vibrant pink, the painting glows with a luminous energy that captures both the joy of the moment and Allie’s expressive artistic style. The soft, impressionistic fields are punctuated by vivid red poppies — one of Allie’s favourite motifs — serving as an imaginative reinterpretation of the wildflowers she encountered that day. The result is a landscape that feels both real and dreamlike, alive with colour, texture, and gentle movement.
Through her dynamic brushwork and bold use of tone, Allie transforms a fleeting moment by the canal into a celebration of nature, vitality, and peace. Fields of Pink captures not just the view, but the feeling of being there — surrounded by sunlight, colour, and the quiet rhythm of the English countryside.
A joyful and uplifting piece, Fields of Pink perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Allie Whelan’s Grand Union series — a tribute to nature, movement, and the beauty found in everyday moments.
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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.