I was asked by Penguin to paint beautiful red roses on the windows of Daunt Books in Notting Hill , London, to celebrate the release of “The Garden” by Nick Newman. Before opening I stood opposite and did a quick sketch of this unusual elevation. The lush green facade of the bookshop with warm wooden detailing sits underneath quite a stark modern simple upper floor. I feel this only exaggerates the warmth of this store.

Thank you to Caroline for making me so welcome on such a wet and windy day.