Explore seascapes from the North Yorkshire Coast, by Robert Ernest Roe Robert Ernest Roe (1851 – 1930) was very skilled at painting coastal subjects and his subject matter shows a strong attraction to the coastlines of North Yorkshire and the North East, especially...
The Bombardment of Whitby, by William Scott HodgsonPannett Art Gallery When William Scott Hodgson (1864-1925) painted this maritime scene around the year 1918, the events would have undoubtedly still been in the minds of the people of Whitby. The painting depicts a...
Beach Scene by Florence Hess Pannett Art Gallery, Whitby Florence Hess (1891 – 1974) is primarily known for painting coastal scenes, particularly from Yorkshire and Norfolk. She was closely associated with the Staithes Group of Artists and the...
Please note – some people may find this page upsetting. We’d advise caution if sharing this story with those under the age of 14. However, the activity on this page is suitable for all ages but some people may still be upset by its content. ‘The Old...
Teatime at Haworth with the Brontës, by Sonia LawsonThe Mercer Art Gallery, Harrogate This large painting, measuring 152.2cm (H) x 122.4cm (w), dazzles the viewer with colour. The title refers to the writing family, the Brontës, and an imagined shared meal. However,...
