Peter Rodgers’ Crossing, New York captures the vibrant energy of the city with figures hurrying through rain-slick streets beneath towering skyscrapers. The masterful interplay of light and shadow, combined with reflective surfaces and warm city lights, brings a sense of movement and life to the urban scene. Rodgers’ use of color and detail blends Impressionist depth with modern realism, creating a powerful narrative that reflects the diversity and anonymity of city life. Crossing, New York invites the viewer to ponder the intersecting stories of its figures, making it not just a visual piece but a profound exploration of human experience within the urban landscape. A stunning addition to any collection, it transforms space with its dynamic energy and timeless storytelling.
| Medium: | Watercolour |
| Format: | Paper |
| Size (Framed): | 96 x 76 cm |
| Size (Unframed): | 72 x 52 cm |
| Signed: | Yes |
Peter J. Rodgers is a celebrated British artist known for his evocative and atmospheric watercolours that capture the essence of urban life and nostalgic maritime scenes. With a distinctive style that brings cities like New York and Newcastle to life, Peter’s paintings immerse viewers in the beauty of rainy streets, reflections on slick pavements, and figures sheltered under umbrellas. His mastery of light, shadow, and reflection creates dynamic compositions that evoke a deep sense of place and emotion.
Born and raised in Newcastle, Peter’s childhood visits to the Quayside with his father left a lasting impression, inspiring his captivating depictions of transatlantic liners and maritime themes. His work beautifully merges his early memories with his refined artistic practice, producing paintings that feel both timeless and personal.
A graduate of Sunderland Art College in the 1960s, Peter trained as a commercial artist before enjoying a successful career in advertising and design. In recent years, he has focused exclusively on his watercolour painting, achieving recognition for his atmospheric cityscapes, moody Northumbrian landscapes, and evocative beach scenes. His signature umbrella figures, often seen hurrying through rain-soaked streets, have become iconic and are now instantly recognizable.
Peter has held multiple sell-out solo exhibitions in Newcastle and London, earning a dedicated following both in the UK and abroad. His works hang in galleries across Europe, Canada, the USA, Scandinavia, Russia, and Spain. Originals and prints of Peter’s paintings can be found in renowned galleries such as Whitewall Galleries and ‘The Art Room’ in Fenwick of Newcastle.
Peter J. Rodgers’ art is more than a representation of the world—it is a mood, a feeling, and a journey through both memory and place. His paintings invite viewers to pause and reflect, capturing the fleeting beauty of everyday moments and the atmospheric poetry of the urban landscape.
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