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FRANCE: In the first half of the series, Frank Clarke finds inspiration in the beautiful and historic region of Normandy in northern France.
1. Deauville/Trouville - Frank Clarke begins his French painting adventure in these two towns, along the fashionable flowery coast of northern France. Painting: Field of yellow flowers.
2. St. Theresa of Lisieux - Frank visits the town of Lisieux, where Saint Theresa, “The Little Flower of Jesus” spent her life as a Carmelite nun. Painting: Little church in a field.
3. Mont-St-Michel - One of Europe’s greatest tourist attractions, Mont St. Michel is a Gothic citadel of terraces and spires, occupying a small island just off the Normandy Coast. Painting: Mont St. Michel.
4. La Mere Poulard Restaurant - At a famous country inn on the island of Mont-St-Michel, Frank samples the local fare and visits a fish market. Painting: Digging for clams and mussels.
5. Monet - Frank pays tribute to the great impressionist Claude Monet at his much-visited home in Giverny. Painting: Monet’s Garden - Lily Pond bridge.
6. Benedictine Palace - In the extraordinary palace built to house the Benedictine distillery, Frank takes a tour and learns the romantic history of the world-renowned liquer. Painting: Fruit- cherries, apples, pears, grapes.
7. Etretat - Frank visits the chic town of Etretat, nestled between huge cliffs on the Normandy coast, and tours the art gallery and famous Cathedral of Rouen. Painting: Man and red boat on the beach.
8. Rouen - In Rouen, Frank visits a ceramics museum and recalls the tale of Joan of Arc, who met her fiery finale in this Cathedral city. Painting: Vase of daffodils.
9. Bayeux - Frank visits cathedrals at Caen and Bayeux, home of the famed Bayeux Tapestry, and stops in the mediaeval town of Falaise. Painting: William the Conqueror’s birthplace.
10. Chateau Balleroy - Frank visits the Chateau de Balleroy, home of the International Balloon Museum. Painting: Yellow field, trees, church spire.
11. Impressionists - Frank visits the delightful harbour town of Honfleur at the mouth of the Seine, a town which was - and still is - a magnet for artists. Painting: Honfleur Harbour.
12. D-Day Landing - Frank visits many of the sites associated with the D-Day Invasion, including Omaha Beach, and the American and German cemeteries. Painting: Family walking on Normandy Beach.
IRELAND: In the second half of the series, Frank roams his native Ireland, from the western islands to Dublin City, finding much to paint along the way.
13. M.V. Normandy - The M.V. Normandy takes Frank from northern France back to his native Ireland in the second half of the series. Frank visits a haunted house and his mother’s family home in Co. Wexford. Painting: Tuskar Rock lighthouse.
14. Famine Ship - Travelling back in time aboard a Ôfamine shipÕ, Frank encounters dissatisfied passengers in both first class and steerage. Painting: Path in the woods.
15. Lough Bray - The village of Hollywood and Russborough House, a stately home plagued by art thieves, attract Frank’s attention in the Lough Bray region outside Dublin. Painting: Fisherman on Lough Bray.
16. Ballykissangel - The fictional town of Ballykissangel, a waterfall in the Wicklow Gap, and a movie set are on today’s itinerary. Painting: Winter scene.
17. Portlaoise - Frank stops at an art gallery in the lovely town of Portlaoise, and encounters some fellow artists outdoors. Painting: Portlaoise Lake and artist.
18. Rock Of Dunamase - At Dunamase Fortress, Frank tells a story of Ireland’s Norman conquest. Stops include a 6th century round tower and Heywood Gardens. Painting: Dunamase Fortress.
19. The Grand Canal - Frank assists the lockkeeper at Vicarstown, on the banks of Ireland’s Grand Canal. Painting: Canal and lock gate.
20. Oriel Gallery - At Dublin’s Oriel Gallery, Frank proudly shows off the works of some of Ireland’s finest artists, including landscape watercolourist Percy French and one Mr. Clarke. Painting: Marshy bog at sunrise.
21. Mainland - Frank stops at Kylemore Abbey in Connemara, a girls school run by French Benedictine nuns, and the salmon-filled Delphi River. Painting: Lake reflections at Kylemore Abbey.
22. Inishboffin 1 - At the offshore islands of Inishboffin, in Galway Bay, Frank visits a fort on a promontory and the westernmost point in Ireland. Painting: Navigation guide post in harbour.
23. Inishboffin 2 - Frank continues his visit to the Inishboffin islands, exploring he beach, a Cromwellian fort and a local museum. Painting: Cottages on the beach.
24. Inishturk - Frank visits the harbouir, a pub and a boat yard on Inishturk island, 11 kilometers off the west Irish coast. Painting: Black boat in the harbour.
25. Clare Island - Frank continues his island itinerary with Clare Island, home to Grace O’Malley, the Amazonian pirate queen. Frank visits the ruins of Grace’s castle and a Carmelite abbey. Painting: Couple on beach by a cottage.
26. Killary - The series wraps up at Killary Harbour, a true fiord cut through the Connemara Hills. Frank explores the bogland and the dark lake of Dulock. Painting: Killary fiord.
SERIES 7 (Watercolours) - 2000 - SIMPLY PAINTING - AROUND THE WORLD - 5 - 26 X 30 MINS.
1. Sandia Peak, New Mexico (Petroglyph National Monument)
2. A New Mexico Mesa, New Mexico (Santa Fe)
3. Georgia O’Keefe Country, New Mexico (Georgina O’Keefe
4. Taos Art Colony, New Mexico (Taos/Blumenschein)
5. Mission San Xavier del Bac, Arizona (Mission San Xavier del Bac)
6. Arizona Sunset, Arizona (Southwest Inn at Eagle Mountain/Golf)
7. Grand Canyon Sunset, Arizona (Grand Canyon)
8. Sedona, Arizona (Sedona)
9. Sinagua, Arizona (Jerome Sliding Jail)
10. Temple Rock, Nevada (Lake Mead)
11. Mount Charleston Snow Scene, Nevada (Mount Charleston)
12. A Canyon Ranch, Nevada (Red Rock Canyon)
13. The Story of David, Israel (Jerusalem I)
14. Caesarea, Israel (Caesarea/Haifa/En Gedi)
15. Mamshit Came Ranch, Israel (Mamshit/Maresha)
16. The Sea of Galilee, Israel (The Galilee)
17. The Dead Sea, Israel (The Dead Sea)
18. Springtime Meadow, Israel (Jerusalem II)
19. Knappogue Castle, Ireland (Knappogue)
20. Ennistymon Waterfall, Ireland (Ennistymon Waterfall)
21. The Fairy Bush, Ireland (Killalloe)
22. Adare Riverscape, Ireland (Adare Village & Manor)
23. Doolin Seascape, Ireland (Doolin)
24. Atlantic Ocean Scene, Ireland (Newtown Castle Art Univ./Fenore)
25. Cragganowen, Ireland (Cragganowen)
26. Galway Bay, Ireland (Galway Bay)
SERIES 6 (Watercolours) - 1999 - SIMPLY PAINTING - AROUND THE WORLD - 4 - 26 x 30 Mins.
1. Fort Jefferson - The opening show for Frank’s new series finds Frank in sunny Florida. In this program Frank visits Fort Jefferson off Key West.
2. Key West - Sunset - Frank takes a walk around the bustling Key West and then takes a gaff-rigged schooner to capture a beautiful sunset.
3. The Old Man and The Sea - Frank visits the home of Key West’s most famous resident - the enigmatic Ernest Hemingway - and finds inspiration in one of this most famous works.
4. Crane Point - Conk House - An unusual house made from shells is the subject of this week’s lesson.
5. Palm Island - A Romantic Place - In a quiet hideaway on sunny palm island, Frank creates an idyllic scene in watercolour.
6. Tales From The Secret Gardens - Surrounded by exotic flowers, plants, and birds, Frank selects a beautiful still life for you to paint.
7. Lignum Vitae - The Tree of Life - The Lignum Vitae tree and two stories connected with it are the focal point for this weeks lesson.
8. The Most Famous Palm Tree in the World - Just stopping long enough to sample some local culinary delights, Frank sets off to find and paint the most photographed palm tree in the world.
9. A Touch of Drama - Back in Ireland, Frank visits the beautiful village of Ardagh and discovers the inspiration for “She Stoops To Conquer” and something for us to paint.
10. You Are Never Too Young To Paint - In this show, we meet Frank and his grandson Simon as they visit the beautiful gardens of Powerscourt in County Wicklow.
11. The Bogs of Ireland - Frank spends the day cutting turf on the Bog of Allen - and then visits a fellow artist who creates art from 5000-year-old bog oak.
12. The Cattle Raid of Cooley - Inspired by the epic Tain story, Frank visits the Rugged Peninsula of Cooley and finds a beautiful cottage for this week's lesson.
13. From Barley Harbour to Quaker Island - Frank takes a trip on the floating hotel barge across Lough Ree on the Shannon River.
14. The Jealous Wall - Step back in time and visit an 18th century hunting lodge and hear the story of the Jealous Wall at Belvedere House, Mullingar.
15. Greenmore - Memories of Childhood - Frank visits his father’s birthplace in Greenmore, Co. Louth and takes us on a trip down memory lane.
16. A Day At The Races - The Irish love their horses - particularly the ones that win. Frank spends time at the National Stud and then goes racing - and still manages time to paint.
17. An Irish Garden With An Oriental Touch - Frank visits the Japanese gardens in Kildare and finds a charming little scene to paint.
18. Older Than The Pyramids - It’s true, the burial chambers at Newgrange are older than the pyramids. Frank stops at various historical sites on his trip along the River Boyne.
19. Lough Ennell - Boathouse - Happy memories of time spent fishing the many lakes of the Midlands are recalled as Frank revisits Lough Ennell.
20. The Great Escape - Frank;s all tied up in Wicklow Jail this week - but he manages to escape to find a wonderful landscape for us to paint.
21. A Busy Little Post Office - Frank returns to the US, and this week we find him on Cranberry Island in Maine, New England.
22. Sitting In His Sagamore Chair - “Let’s find something to paint” says Frank - but first couple of holes of golf at the Sagamore Golf Club overlooking Lake George.
23. Sagamore Camp - Frank takes us on a walk around Sagamore Camp deep within the Adirondacks, then pops in for a spot of lunch - and an impromptu painting lesson.
24. Heart of the Adirondacks - Frank visits one of the most popular tourist locations of the Northeast coast of the US and finds a pretty picture for this week’s lesson.
25. The Narrows at Lake George - Frank takes a boat trip along the peaceful waters of Lake George and absorbs the beautiful scenery, returning to create for us a beautiful landscape.
26. “There’s Garnets in Dem There Hills - Frank tries his hand at garnet collecting before taking a train ride along the Hudson River.
SERIES 5 (Watercolours) - 1998 - SIMPLY PAINTING - AROUND THE WORLD – 3 - 26 x 30 Mins.
CORK - KERRY - DUBLIN - SCOTLAND - MAINE
1. A Load of Blarney - Frank paints Blarney Castle, Co. Cork , where the Blarney Stone is located. (He doesn’t need to kiss it!)
2. Typically Tropical - An evening walk on Garnish Island, off Ireland’s south coast.
3. The Art of Good Food - Frank visits the picturesque village of Kinsale in Co. Cork.
4. The Jarvey and the Painter - rank spends time in one of Ireland’s most picturesque places, KillarneyLakes, Co. Kerry and rides on a traditional horse-pulled jaunting car.
5. St. Brendan, The Skelligs - Frank explains the connection between the rocky Island outcrop in the Atlantic and the discovery of America.
6. A Touch of the Orient - Frank makes a stop at Caherciveen, Co. Kerry, with its exotic police station.
7. The Beach and the Castle - rank chooses a perfect setting for a painting and tells the story of Monsignor Flaherty, connected with this area.
8. A Quiet Haven - Frank gets away from the hustle and bustle at relaxing Parknasilla, Co. Kerry.
9. On Horseback up the Gap of Dunloe - Frank rides into the sunset at this famous tourist stop, in Beaufort, Co. Kerry.
10. Valentia Island - Frank concentrates on Slate, Sand and Sea on his visit to Valentia Island, off the Kerry Coast.
11. A Walk in George Bernard Shaw’s Footsteps - Frank Selects a scenic route in Parknasilla, Co. Kerry, where George Bernard Shaw created some of his most famous works.
12. A Treasure Found - rank brings us to The National Gallery, Dublin to check our one of their recent discoveries that rocked the Art World – Caravaggio’s The Taking of Christ.
13. To Scotland By Boat Like Many Before Me - Frank takes a boat trip from Belfast to Stranear in Scotland.
14. St. Patrick Port - Where St. Patrick Set Foot - Frank paints the lighthouse at this port associated with St. Patrick.
15. The Bonny Banks of Loch Lomond - Frank paints the famous Scottish lake, immortalised in song.
16. Great Scott - Frank visits the home of Robbie Burns, Scotland's most famous poet, author and song writer.
17. Uisce Beatha - Whiskey - In a country awash with whiskey, Frank visits a Scottish distillery and learns some of the secrets of The Water of Life.
18. Swan Lake - A swan glides across the lake at Gulzean Castle.
19. Panning for Gold - Frank gets into prospecting mode panning in a mining river in Maine, USA.
20. My Other Hobby - Frank allows us to drop in on one of his golf games in New England.
21. Sunrise USA Style - A spectacular American sunrise is the focus of Frank’s attention.
22. No Moose is Bad Moose - Frank goes searching for Moose by the lakes.
23. A Bridge Over Untroubled Waters - Frank paints an old bridge in Maine, USA
24. The School Around The Corner - An old school gets the Simply Painting treatment.
25. Fall in Love with Maine - The spectacular colours of Autumn in Maine, USA.
26. The Poet - Patrick Kavanagh immortalised in poetry The Banks of the Royal Canal in Frank’s home town of Dublin.
SERIES 4 (Watercolours) - 1997 - SIMPLY PAINTING AROUND THE WORLD - 2 - 26 x 30 Mins.
1. Frank Clarke, Ireland’s favourite painter opens his new series from one of Irelands’ most frequented landmarks - Croagh Patrick, Co Mayo, setting the theme for these 26 programmes which takes him from Westport to Wales.
2. In this programme Frank is joined by his friend Finbar Furey in the beautiful setting of Glendalough (Glen of The Two Lakes) and shows you how to paint it’s famous Round Tower.
3. Made famous by watercolourist Walter Osbourne, the view from Portmarnock Strand has all the elements of a beautiful seascape. Frank shows you how to bring it all together.
4. Is there a prettier town in Ireland than Westport in County Mayo? Well Frank finds an ideal streetscape for the amateur painter. Why don’t you join him ?
5. In this programme, Frank joins up with his friends and students at the new Irish Wheelchair Association location at Donamon Castle in Roscommon.
6. Frank visits the Gaeltarra knitwear plant in the Heart of Connemara area and walks the area to find something suitable to paint. Some sheep maybe?
7. It’s evening time on Lough Mask with only Frank and a lone fisherman to enjoy this splendid scene. Let Frank show you how to capture it on canvas.
8. When you walk around the grounds of Ashford Castle, Co Mayo, you understand why so many famous people choose to visit there. Frank selects the boathouse and lake for this week’s lesson.
9. Synge Country, Co. Mayo Synge was inspired to write by this area and Frank is equally inspired to paint this stunning landscape.
10. In this programme, we get an insight into one of Frank’s famous live demonstrations and learn how to paint a typical landscape.
11. The walls of Ashford Castle are adorned by the works of famous landscape painter Frank McKelvie. He is one of Frank’s favourite artists who is renowned for his misty mountain renderings.
12. Pirate Queen Grace O’Malley left a legacy of castles and towers along the west coast of Ireland and they make ideal subject to paint.
13. On the ferry trip from Dublin to Wales - one of the last sites in the Lighthouse at Howth Head. Here Frank shows how to paint this famous landmark.
14. Well Wales is famous for it’s castles so it’s appropriate to start off at Carnarvon, it’s most famous. And here Frank shows you how to paint it from an unusual angle.
15. A hotel owner with a direct connection to “Fawlty Towers” and an active painter - Frank just had to meet and chat and paint of course !
16. To find a beautiful scene for you to paint Frank climbs Wales highest mountain (by train). Why don’t you join him ?
17. For the romantics among you, Frank demonstrates his unique way of painting a single rose.
18. Travelling by canal, Frank meets a kindred spirit who paints plates and house numbers for a living. Frank shows you how to do it - for fun !
19. Slate covered cottages are as much part of Welsh landscapes as thatched cottages are in Connemara. Experience the joy of painting one the Simply Painting way!
20. A broken down wooden jetty makes the ideal focal point for this pretty harbour scene.
21. The still waters of the Conwy River provides a perfect example of shadow and reflections.
22. Almost everybody finds running water irresistible and inspiring, Frank proves he is no exception - let him inspire you !
23. The castle in the air creates a perfect focal point for this weeks lesson.
24. This weeks location is so unusual you’ll never guess where Frank is or what he will choose to paint for you.
25. To prove the Irish haven’t got the monopoly on old tales, Frank visit’s a rocky beach in North Wales and tells a story and paints a picture - just for you.
26. The most famous place name in the world is also a very pretty area. Frank finishes off the series by painting an old churchyard in an idyllic location.
SERIES 3 (Watercolours) - 1996 - SIMPLY PAINTING AROUND THE WORLD 1 - 26 x 30 Mins.
1. Friends - On a stroll through picturesque Boston Common Park Frank selects a simple subject to start off his new series.
2. Skiing at ?? - Frank goes skiing ! - Well not quite but he does show you how to paint this wonderful snow scene.
3. On Golden Pond - Famous location from the Fonda/Hepburn Oscar winner gets the Simply Painting treatment.
4. Snowfall in Vermont is one of America’s most popular holiday destinations - let Frank Clarke show you why.
5. The Mountain of Moure - Is there a more famous range of mountains in the world? Probably not, so why not join Frank as he paints them from the fairways of Royal County Down Golf Course.
6. Dog’s Leap Bridge - Unusual name - beautiful subject - capture the fast flowing waters The Simply Painting Way.
7. The Windy Gap - Frank braves a force 7 gale to capture this spectacular landscape.
8. Celtic Cross & Church - Nestling in the foothills - Frank shows you how to paint this particularly unique Irish scene.
9. Evening At Portrush - The sky, the sea, the sand combine to create this wonderful landscape.
10. Pier at Portaferry - This pretty and peaceful harbour is ideal to paint the Frank Clarke way.
11. Mount Stewart Gardens - Frank visits on of Ireland’s most inspirational gardens in search of the perfect still life.
12. An Irish Windmill! - Who would believe it - actual working windmill - and a delightful subject to Simply Paint.
13. Bennevina Mountain - Overlooking Limavaddy where the “Derry Air” was first played by a local blind piper - these mountains and surrounding countryside make a terrific landscape subject.
14. Mount Washington in the Autumn - Frank opens his new acrylic series from Mount Washington in New Hampshire and shows how to capture the beautiful fall colours.
15. York Harbour - Nubble Lighthouse - Frank moves on to York Harbour. Maine and paints for you one of America’s most famous landmarks.
16. Maple Syrup Farm - Frank gets to taste real Maple Syrup and paint a New Hampshire Woodland Scene.
17. Winter Woodland - Yes it’s winter time in Galway, but not that Galway, Galway in Upstate New York where it’s a lot whiter and colder but still makes a pretty picture.
18. Fishing Pier - Dotted along the coast of Maine are small fishing ports each with their own unique wooden huts and piers. Frank paints his most picturesque pier at Kennelinkport.
19. Nothing to Paint On - Always a good excuse to avoid taking the brushes out. Not any more however, in this programme Frank shows you how to paint on various materials - plates, ordinary cardboard and even a newspaper.
20. Lone Piper at Squam Lake - On the Banks of Squam Lake Frank meets a lone piper and settles down to paint this restful New Hampshire scene.
21. Covered Bridge - (Jackson N.H.) - Covered bridges are a common sight in New Hampshire. This one over the Jackson river makes an unusual subject for this week’s lesson.
22. Good Enough to Eat - With a plate full of fresh fruit and a little Simply Painting technique Frank shows us how to paint a picture that looks good enough to eat.
23. Field of Flax - Frank moves back closer to home to capture this pretty scene of yellow flax in Co. Down.
24. Mount Stewart Gardens - One of the most beautiful gardens in these islands is setting an inspiration for this week’s lesson.
25. Shepherd’s Cottage - A lone shepherd’s cottage on Slieve Craob, Co Down, surrounded by sheet, with a tree lined mountain as a backdrop is the subject for this week’s Simply Painting Class.
26. The Giant’s Causeway - For the final programme in the series Frank has chosen a seascape close to one of Ireland’s most famous landmarks - The Giant’s Causeway
SERIES 2 (Watercolours) 1995 - SIMPLY PAINTING - BEAUTIFUL IRELAND WATERCOLOURS - 13 x 30 Mins.
1. Connemara Mountain Scene - In this first programme, Frank shows the viewer how to paint a landscape using his “Have Some More Fun” method.
2. Ballyconelly Bay and Sleine Head - From the beautiful beach at Ballyconeely to Sleine Head, Frank shows you how to capture this wonderful seascape.
3. The Currach - The fisherman’s boat unique to the west of Ireland is a feature of many a landscape. Cottages too, are abundant in this area and in this programme. Frank paints a landscape featuring both.
4. Sunset in the West of Ireland creates it’s very own magic. Here Frank captures this uniqueness featuring sailboats on Clifden Bay.
5. Turf on the Bog - Frank uses a turf stack here as the main feature of this landscape.
6. Ballinahinch River - One of Frank’s favourite locations and here he captures the river from the castle as it flows to the sea.
7. Still Life - Dog Daisies - Frank turns a simple shopping trip to the florist into the subject matter for a colourful still life in portrait.
8. What would a trip to the West of Ireland be without capturing a misty mountain scene and some sheep lazily grazing.
9. Fishing is part of the lifestyle of the Connemara region. Here near Cleggan, Frank paints a fisherman’s cottage and boat with Inishbofin in the background.
10. The rather unique gnarled tree at Kylemore Lake holds a fascination for many painters, Frank included. Here he shows you how to paint this strikingly beautiful scene.
11. As the mist rises off Roundstone Mountains, Frank shows you how to paint cottages side by side and the effects of counterchange.
12. The fish are jumping in the early evening sun and Franks shows you how to paint Derryclare Lake in portrait.
13. The bridge at Letterfrack has fast flowing water. Wouldn’t you like to paint it? Frank shows you how.
SERIES 1 (Watercolours) - 1994 - SIMPLY PAINTING WATERCOLOURS - 13 x 30 Mins.
1. Monochrome Landscape - Frank introduces the four elements of every painting using his “Have some more fun” method.
2. Multi-Coloured Landscape with People - Frank shares his unique method of rendering figures and offers tips on colour selection, mixing and application.
3. Still Life Portrait - Fruit - Frank employs the use of basic shapes as he creates a colourful still life.
4. Moonlight Landscape - A wooded scene on a moonlit night is the subject of today’s lesson.
5. Summer Landscape - Frank’s recreation of a harbour view of Western Ireland’s Roundstone Harbour provides a lesson in white gouache.
6. Still Life - Flowers of Summer - Frank captures the beauty of summer flowers in today’s lesson.
7. Winter Wonderland - “Less is more” is Frank’s motto as he paints a wooded snow scene.
8. Stone Bridge Over Rushing Stream - Frank reminds viewers to “Have Some More Fun” in today’s demonstration.
9. A Study in Pink - Franks leads viewer through a monochrome landscape and suggests tips for working with photographs.
10. Solitary Cottage in the County - In today’s lesson, Frank shares the secrets of white gouache and masking fluid.
11. Faraway Places - A Tropical Landscape - Frank demonstrates properties of light and dark as he creates a lush tropical landscape.
12. Wild Flowers - A bunch of wild daisies is the inspirations for Frank’s still life.
13. Helpful Hints, Useful Tips, Finishing Touches - Frank provides an overview of this “tricks of the trade” in this the final episode.
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