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August 2025 Newsletter

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Hello, and welcome back to my latest newsletter — and this month’s captivating new painting.

A Sicilian Seaside Village – Capturing Timeless Calm in Watercolour

Sicily, with its rugged coastline and sun-bleached villages, has always carried an air of mystery and history. Though I have never stepped onto the island myself, I have often been captivated by documentaries that reveal its hidden corners, its people, and its enduring traditions. One image in particular stayed with me – a small seaside village seemingly untouched by time. That moment became the inspiration for my latest watercolour, Sicilian Seaside Village.

What drew me most was the way the houses seemed to grow out of the rocks, each one shaped to fit every inch of available space. There’s a striking sense of depth and texture here – from the sharp cliff edges to the simple boats bobbing at the shoreline, hinting at how remote and secluded this place must be.

The palette of the painting is dominated by shades of blue – the sea, the boats, the cliffs – all working together to bring a cool, calm atmosphere. The buildings, weathered by centuries of sun, salt, and wind, reveal soft creams, greys, and ochres that tell their own story of resilience. I’ve avoided the distractions of modern life – no tarred roads, pylons, or petrol engines – so that the viewer can step into a quieter, slower world.

To keep the scene alive, I’ve added small flashes of colour: a red cloth, the gold of a fire, the green of a vine. These touches, though subtle, bring warmth and a sense of lived-in character.

For me, this painting carries a feeling of calmness – a reminder that there are still places in the world where time seems to stand still, and where simplicity remains beautiful.

I hope you enjoy viewing Sicilian Seaside Village below, and that it brings you a moment of calm too.



Exhibition at The Music Hall


I’m delighted to share that I will be exhibiting alongside fellow Aberdeen Artists Society members on 30th & 31st August at The Music Hall between 10am and 5pm each day.

I’d love to see you there.

Until next month,
Happy Viewing!
John Gerrie

Recent Paintings

Marischal College, Aberdeen

A detailed pen, ink and watercolour painting of the main entrance to Marischal College, Aberdeen, focusing on the granite façade, soaring towers, entrance arch, carved stonework and line of coloured shields.

Painted from a low, upward viewpoint, this artwork captures the scale, craftsmanship and cool elegance of one of the Granite City’s most recognisable architectural landmarks.
Pen, ink and watercolour painting of the main entrance to Marischal College in Aberdeen, showing the granite façade, Gothic towers, entrance arch, coloured shields, paving and blue sky.

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