A six-year-old Holt youngster is taking the Norfolk England art scene by storm, with his stunning paintings of Norfolk scenes due to go on show this week at a professional gallery.
Until just over a year ago, Holt Primary School pupil Kieron Williamson had never picked up a paintbrush, preferring to play football and ride his bike.
But, inspired by the landscape while on holiday with his family in Devon and Cornwall last May, he began drawing boats in a children's sketchbook.
"Kieron is a typical boy who goes at about 200 miles an hour," said mum Michelle."He had never taken the slightest interest in art, but, after we went on holiday, he just started drawing all the time."
Kieron's talent was spotted by family friend, local artist and gallery owner Carol Ann Pennington, who runs The Last Picture Show in Town on Cromer Road. She offered to give him art lessons over the summer holidays, also providing canvases and paints.
Kieron has produced pictures of Burnham Overy Staithe, Kelling, Venice, Cley and Morston, as well as working at home from books and art magazines donated by Picturecraft and learn-to-paint videos.
His latest work includes pet portraits and a series of studies of Holt landmarks including the town's war memorial, Gresham's Pre-prep School, and the Owl Tea Rooms.
Kieron said: "I like painting Morston best because of the boats, and because it's got a little estuary at low tide."
Not bad for a 7 year old. Hope he continues.
2 comments:
Just amazing. As a mom and grandma, Hats off to some wonderful parents who saw the talent and did what it takes to see that he could develop his talent. Not easy to do in this fast-paced world. I was a single mom and I was lucky to just get the basics for my kids. He is truly blessed. I am sure he knows that though.
cool
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