What a fabulous day in Norwich last Saturday. The sky was blue, the light was sparkling and I was trying to do justice to the market. A French film crew from their national T.V. network, who were doing a feature on the City of Norwich, decided to film me!

Well done Anne - a lovely pen and watercolour sketch of me doing a pastel demonstration, whilst at A Brush With The Broads on Saturday. (John Patchett IEA.)

I'm doing a free pastel demonstration during the Institute of East Anglian Artist Exhibition, on Tuesday 12th November (10 am - 2 pm). It is at 'The Gallery', Lees Yard, Holt, which has been newly refurbished and looks fantastic. Also, come along to see a truly great exhibition.

"Magical Light, Norwich Market" (pastel) can be viewed at Mandell's Art Gallery on Elm Hill, along with a few recently delivered new paintings.

A "Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year" to all my friends on Twitter. "The Erpingham Gate in the Snow, Norwich" email; [email protected]

Beautiful Ranunculus by Liz Balkwill on display in the Winter Exhibition. Please note Mandell’s Gallery will be closed on Wednesday 25th - 27th and the 1st of January.

2020 ART CLASSES START THIS WEEK BLYBURGATE HALL, BECCLES Tuesday evenings 7 – 9.15 pm. – John Patchett. IEA These friendly art classes are suitable for all abilities and cover all media. Email [email protected] Classes cost £10.00 per session.

Opening this Sunday!

As we are all unable to travel, we'll just have to reminisce about some of our favourite places to visit. "Approaching Bishop's Bridge" is a painting I did in whilst in Norwich. This is a special painting location of mine.

Missing not being able to get into Norwich at present. Here are some of my favourite Norwich paintings. Having to self isolate in my studio isn't all bad. In fact it's what artist do most days of the week.

Fresh off the easel, "The Tumbling Tide" pastel on Fisher 400 abrasive paper. (Image size 18" x 23")

Pin Mill is still a very special place for artists to paint.

I am supporting the New Artist Support Pledge by Matthew Burrows I'm offering "Back to the Stables”. (Pastel) Image size 9.5” x 13.75”, (mount size 14 x 19.5”) I am selling this unframed for only £150, including P. & P. (in the UK.) If interested email [email protected]

Lots of sales at A Norfolk Summer today. Do check out this art exhibition in Norwich. Open daily 11-3 until 12th September

Announcing a major exhibition of recent paintings entitled "Norwich, Norfolk and Beyond" by John Patchett IEA. To be held in the Atrium at 'The Forum' 26th to 31st October. For further information, ring John on 01502 710491. john-patchett.co.uk

"Norwich, Norfolk and Beyond" is the title of my solo exhibition at 'The Forum' in Norwich. Over 70 recent pastel paintings are on display in the newly revamped Atrium area. The exhibition runs from 26 to 31 October, 10am - 4 pm daily and I shall be in attendance each day.

Ofgem announces the energy price cap will increase to £3,549 from October - a rise from the current cap of £1,971 per year For more on this and other news visit trib.al/Rx0iR33

BREAKING: The entire Juventus board, including president Andrea Agnelli, has resigned.