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Frank Watson - Auchtermuchty Village Kirk Hand Finished A4 Print

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Frank Watson - Auchtermuchty Kirk Print

This is one of an enchanting range of hand finished prints by internationally known artist Frank Watson.  Each print that Frank produces has individual hand finishing from Frank making each print a one off and completely unique.

The print will be sent to you in specially designed packaging to ensure that it arrives in pristine condition.  Then all you have to do is mount and frame it and give it pride of place in your home.  Do ensure that you watch the video for each print and learn some fascinating facts from the artist about these breathtaking locations.

These prints make perfect gifts for friends and family or why not just treat yourself.

Auchtermuchty is a small town with a large history.  Auchtermuchty means uplands of the wild boar.  The town has been built near the site of a Roman camp.  In the 15th century the area was thickly covered with forest. Mary Queen of Scots and other members of  the Royal Family hunted wild boar.  

In 1517 the town was created a Royal Burgh and in 1595 King James VI gave 
it a new Charter and included 3,000 acres of land.  Between 1800 and 1900 the population was doubled due to the great increase in handloom weaving. The Burgh was at its most prosperous about 1815. In 1817 all the local linen merchants became bankrupt. The burgh, with debt of almost £3,000 was forced to sell the Burgh lands and two mills.  Auchtermuchty is now administered by North East Fife District Council.

All packages are shipped Royal Mail first class mail by default.

First class mail can take 2 to 5 business days unless otherwise stated in the listing. INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS Please note, these are only estimates from the Royal Mail website. Please allow plenty of time for your package to arrive for your big day. I cannot and will not guarantee shipping to any location by a certain time. I can, however, give you a firm ship date from my end.

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DIGITAL FILES
Due to the nature of these items, refunds cannot be accepted once the first proof is sent.

PRINTED INVITATIONS
Refunds are not accepted on these items unless there was error on our part.

GREETING CARDS
All non custom cards can be returned with in 7 business days of delivery. Refund will not be given until item is returned in it's original condition. If item arrives damaged, a photo of the packaging and damaged item are required.

INSTANT DOWNLOADS
Due to the nature of this product, no refunds will be given.

About Designer Frank Watson

Frank Watson was born and educated in Glasgow.  He attended Glasgow School of Art and graduated with a diploma in art and design. He now lives and works in the
village of Strathmiglo, Fife and has become well known as a townscape artist his
works are in many private collections both here in the UK and in Europe, America
and Canada.

I've had an interest in art life drawing and draughtsmanship since I was quite
young. I enjoyed drawing from life e.g. my own hands and facial features as well
as copying newspaper caricatures.

When I was about 13 I won a medal at the Glasgow School Children's art
competition and received my trophy at the City Chambers in Glasgow.

Aged about 17 I was selected to spend 2 weeks at Castle Howard near Dunoon.
This was an outdoor art course for Glasgow school kids who were showing some
potential in the subject.  Shortly after this, I submitted a portfolio of work
including sculpture, drawing and painting and pottery for entrance to Glasgow
School of Art - the famous Macintosh building and was accepted for the diploma
course. For the next 4 years the subjects I studied were:

Drawing and painting
Sculpture
Puppetry
Woodcarving
Pottery
Lino cutting
Interior design and decoration
Jewellery and silversmithing

After qualifying with a diploma I spent some time as a shopfitting designer and
went on later to work for a Glasgow architects office.  Latterly, I
joined Scottish and Newcastle breweries as an interior designer and spent many
years in pub restaurant and hotel design

All during my professional career I continued to produce sketches and
paintings and spent more time doing so as I approached retirement.  These days I
attend the craft fairs and have permanent shops in a number of hotels and
restaurants around Fife.

 

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