Author Archives: debdavemason

So the 50 hours are up – and yes I completed 100 portraits. Thanks to everyone who sat for me, on zoom and in person, and to everyone who sent in pictures of themselves, loved ones and beloved pets. Also … Continue reading →

So… as you know I like a challenge. Especially a fundraising challenge. And I’m once again raising funds for the awesome Magic Me. Over the weekend of 30 April to 3 May I’m going to try and complete 100 portraits … Continue reading →

I had for some time considered the parallels and similarities between Emily Bronte’s creation ‘Heathcliffe’ and Mary Shelley’s ‘Creature’ and how ideas of revenge drive forward the plots of both Wuthering Heights and Frankenstein. Modern interpretations of both often try … Continue reading →

Taking stock as the seasons turn I’ve updated various pages on this site and added lots of pictures and media! You can catch up with my Artist in Residence in My Own Street project here Find out about my Cheer … Continue reading →

Posted as part of Inktober – October 2018 – part of my Pick and Choose History of Courtenay Street, Kennington and Lambeth: Spooky Lambeth for Halloween. Featuring two of Cheryl Newey’s favourite south london ghosts – the ghost of the Kennington … Continue reading →

Posted as part of Inktober in October 2018 – part of my Pick and Choose History of Courtenay Street, Kennington and Lambeth Players & Performers. There may be a second part to this! There are many players and performers from … Continue reading →

Posted for Inktober, October 2018, part of my Pick and Choose History of Courtenay Street, Kennington and Lambeth Maypoles, mummers and Morris dancers. The longest standing maypole in London once stood in Black Prince Road opposite the Black Prince pub. … Continue reading →

From Inktober posts Oct 2018 – part of my Pick and Choose History of Courtenay Street, Kennington and Lambeth: Theatre and Other Entertainments. We all know that the South Bank is full of glorious possibilities for entertainment, but I’ve lived … Continue reading →