Roman Road, Yorkshire Dales Landscape painting

Roman Road Yorkshire Dales Landscape Painting, Contemporary Mixed Media on Canvas

Step into the wild, windswept beauty of the Yorkshire Dales with this expressive landscape painting of the Roman Road near Hawes, following the ancient Cam High Road. Painted on a cold, drizzly, and windy spring morning, this evocative artwork captures the quiet drama of the open moorland, where the road stretches across the high tops and into the distant hills.

Infused with contemporary flair, the painting features flowing lines, earthy ochres, and vibrant magentas that reflect the shifting morning light. Layers of textural brushwork mimic the movement of bristling grasses and moorland textures, while Pen-y-ghent rises subtly on the horizon, grounding the composition with its familiar silhouette.

Created using a blend of chalk paint and watercolour applied outdoors, then enhanced with acrylic details in the studio, this piece balances spontaneity with thoughtful refinement. The result is a richly layered and atmospheric view that celebrates both the ancient landscape and the experience of painting it in the moment.

Painted white wood frame
Chalk paint, watercolour and acrylic 
Canvas 30 x 30 x 3cm