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A Sparkle of Hope
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A Buckland Lake watercolour capturing the dramatic moment when storm clouds part and luminous yellow light floods distant Surrey fields. Painted on 100% cotton paper with professional-grade watercolours, this piece expresses the quiet resilience found after emotional weather.
Why I Painted This
I painted this piece using layered watercolour washes. The dark foreground branches frame the view like emotional containment. The luminous yellow glow in the distance acts as a focal point - a small promise that light always returns. Watercolour allows transparency. That glow makes the painting feel alive. Read more about this painting in my blog: Buckland Lake Surrey Painting. Read the full story behind this painting in my blog post: Buckland Lake Surrey Painting – Storm Light, Still Water and Why This Place Stays With You
— Simon Robin Stephens
Artwork Details
- Type:
- Original watercolour painting
- Format:
- Unframed
- Size:
- 22 × 15 inches (Half Imperial)
- Metric:
- 56 × 38 cm
- Materials:
- 100% cotton archival paper
- Medium:
- Artist-grade watercolour pigments
- Signature:
- Signed by the artist
- Year:
- 2026
- Collection:
- Surrey Sanctuaries
- Packaging:
- Carefully packaged and shipped flat
- Status:
- Available
Size Guide & Display
Visual Size Comparison
22 × 15 inches (Half Imperial) (56 × 38 cm)
Width: 22
Height: 15 inches
Where to Display This
Living rooms: Perfect above a sofa, console table, or fireplace mantel
Bedrooms: Creates a calming focal point above the bed or dresser
Therapy rooms: Designed with therapeutic intention for NHS and private practices
Offices: Brings calm to workspace environments
Framing & Display Advice
Recommended Frame Size:
Standard Half Imperial frame (22 × 15 inches)
Mounting Options:
- • With mount/mat: Adds 5-8cm border, protects artwork from glass contact
- • Direct glazing: Modern minimalist look, artwork fills frame
Glass Type:
UV-protective glass recommended to prevent fading (museum-quality for best preservation)
Delivery & Packaging
Protected flat packaging: Shipped in rigid cardboard mailer to prevent bending
Eco-friendly materials: 100% recyclable packaging, plastic-free
UK delivery: £6.95 (FREE over £50) | 2-3 working days, fully tracked
Includes: Certificate of authenticity & artist signature
About This Painting
There are moments when Surrey countryside holds its breath. Storm clouds press low. The air stills. Water turns slate-grey. Then without warning light breaks through. This is what happened at Buckland Lake, near Dorking. After a heavy morning, the clouds began to shift. Not dramatically. Not theatrically. Just a small tear in the grey. And through that gap, a single shaft of yellow light flooded the distant fields. It felt like watching emotion externalised: darkness holding, then suddenly releasing. For someone navigating ADHD, this visual metaphor resonates deeply. My thoughts often move like weather systems: turbulent, then calm, then turbulent again. Standing at the lake that day, I saw my internal landscape reflected outward: storm weight balanced by sudden hope.
Materials: Transparent watercolour on 300gsm Arches cold-press paper
Painted: 2026
Time invested: 4-6 days
Location: Buckland Lake, Surrey, near Dorking - Part of Surrey Sanctuaries collection
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Certificate of authenticity included
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this artwork still available?
Yes! This original is available for immediate purchase. Once sold, it's gone forever. However, prints and cards of this artwork may remain available.
What's included in the price?
£185 includes the original watercolour painting (22 × 15 inches (Half Imperial)), certificate of authenticity, artist signature, and careful flat packaging. Original painting shipped unframed and professionally mounted. Frame not included so collectors can choose their own frame style. Shipping is £6.95 UK, £14.95 Europe, £24.95 worldwide.
What materials do you use?
I paint on 100% cotton archival paper (Arches cold-press) using professional artist-grade watercolour pigments. These materials are designed to last 100+ years without fading when properly displayed (avoid direct sunlight). All packaging is plastic-free and sustainable.
What if I don't like it?
14-day returns, no questions asked. Return shipping costs are covered by the buyer unless the item arrives damaged. See our full returns policy for details.
Can you paint a similar piece for me?
Yes! I accept commissions for similar works, specific locations, or custom sizes. Commission prices start from £200 for A3 size. Get in touch to discuss your vision.
Is this suitable for a therapy room?
This piece has calming qualities and has been chosen by therapists for their practices. All my work is painted with therapeutic intention, though some pieces are more abstract than others.
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