Bridges

I did a lot of research on this subject, last time I chose Paris but this time I decided to paint Bridges in my City of Birmingham here in England.  I am a true Brummie - born in Birmingham of Birmingham born parents (well, one of them!), I have traced my ancestors back along that line and just keep coming up with Place of Birth - Birmingham!
I was ashamed of my Brummieness for years as our accent was ridiculed in the media and mixed up with The Black County accent (the Black Country  - so called because of all the industry carried out in that area, turning buildings black! - has its own accent).  Our City has been regenerated since the 80s and is gradually changing its identity as it mingles in other cultures.  I have learnt a terrific amount about my City as I went down the Genealogical line and now I am very proud of being a Brummie - talk Black Country to me if you dare!!  lol

The Bridges of Birmingham.

This bridge is in Cannon Hill Park which opened to the public in 1873.   The Bridge was refurbished in 1875 and is known as Red Carriage Bridge. The park is a great favourite with families on the south side of Birmingham.  I used watercolour pencils in this first card and then washed the colours with water.


The area around this Bridge, Electric Avenue, was being redeveloped when this photo was taken in 1968.

The picture seems very desolate so I used my watercolour pencils to brighten it up a bit.  


The stainless steel tunnel connects the combined heat and power plant (CHP) at the University of Birmingham’s main site with a campus across the railway tracks and canal. Built around 2012, I just love the contrast in curves and straight lines. I used watercolour paints although I did rule the right angles with a pencil!!!


This bridge is another old one built when the canal first opened back in the day (late 18th Century).  Beyond is the new 'nightlife' centre of the City .... Brindley Place.  
Old meets New.  
I used watercolour pencils to sketch this out before adding paints.

I have received the following variety of Bridges:-

 This card is labelled 'Highway Bridge'.
Thank you An M Sudyka.

Beautiful Stone Bridge.

Thank you houli.

This bridge is named 'Kinlock Hourn' and shimmers when held to one side.

Thank you Londonont1.

A wonderful swap hosted by a wonderful Hostess Evalila, thank you.