David Bellamy's Arabian Light

This book provides a compelling artistic insight into this fascinating, diverse and inspirational region; unaccountably neglected by artists and sadly associated more with conflict and devastation than with its natural beauty. Best-selling watercolour artist David Bellamy provides a compelling artistic insight into the fascinating, diverse and inspirational Arabian Peninsula. With its breathtaking natural beauty and vibrant cultural traditions, the region has been the inspiration for many rich contributions within the history of art. This book collects together David’s response to the incredible landscapes, coastlines, people and places of the region, together with his personal recollections and anecdotes. Arabian Light is packed with inspiration for the artist and includes David’s advice for painting in hot regions. Discover a world filled with light, redolent with tradition and brimming with heat – both in the landscape itself, and the hearts of its people. PRAISE FOR ARCTIC LIGHT ’This book is an absolute delight, to browse through, to absorb the superb and evocative images, sketches and watercolours that took me straight back to my own Arctic wanderings, to adorn your coffee table or to read for inspiration or a good laugh.’ – Sir Chris Bonington, renowned British mountaineer 'This is a major contribution to science as well as to art and a magnificent production of which all involved should be proud.' Artbookreview.net BEST OUTDOOR BOOK - Outdoor Writers’ & Photographers’ Guild Awards This culmination of various expeditions made by well-known artist and bestselling author David Bellamy to his beloved Arctic vividly brings to life the challenges of painting outdoors in one of the harshest environments on the planet Explore the deserts, mountains and souks of the Middle East, with best-selling author and artist David Bellamy. Following on from David’s highly acclaimed Arctic Light, this book provides an intriguing and often entertaining insight into South Arabia and the Swahili Coast, Jordan, Lebanon and Oman. It describes the history, culture, customs and geography of the region and the daily life of its inhabitants, as viewed through the eyes of a world-renowned watercolour artist and life-long adventurer. Filled with personal anecdotes and humour, David Bellamy’s unique account shines a light on the Middle East and highlights the incredible beauty and fascinating culture of this much-neglected region. David’s stunning artwork, that he painted during his various expeditions, features throughout the book and captures perfectly the diverse and majestic nature of the region. Watercolourists will be inspired by the author’s awe-inspiring ability to depict sweeping vistas and create a sense of space in his paintings, and to capture the very essence of a place through his art.