STROUD artist Ian Shearman has combined his love of the outdoors with his passion for painting in a brand new exhibition of work.

Ian is probably best known for his stunning depictions of the Cornish coast, but more recently the landscape of the Five Valleys has become his muse.

Ian likes to paint outside in all seasons, responding directly to the changes in light that our unpredictable weather brings, and his latest collection of work were all created in situ.

The resulting series of beautiful panoramic paintings capture the magnificent views from the hills and high common land around Stroud.

Ian will be showing these framed and unframed acrylic paintings at Stroud's Kendrick Street Gallery from July 11 to August 5.

  • Kendrick Street Gallery is at 20 Kendrick Street, Stroud.