by Michael Hampton | Nov 10, 2009 | Uncategorized
The vast estate of Badminton, home to the Dukes of Beaufort has always been famous for hunting. The fourth Duke had the great and fashionable architect of the period, William Kent transform the main house into the one that we see today.The Main House at...
by Michael Hampton | Nov 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
I know that it seems that I have disappeared off of the face of the earth. Well I felt like I came close during the last few weeks that we spent in the southern hemisphere. Australia and New Zealand to be exact.The first stop on our itinerary was the beautiful...
by Michael Hampton | Sep 19, 2009 | Uncategorized
My friend Janet from JCB and I share a similar passion for architecture and garden follies in particular. She is has been so wonderful to introduce me to many future painting subjects. While either reading her blog or looking at her incredible photo albums I noticed...
by Michael Hampton | Sep 16, 2009 | Uncategorized
One cannot visit the island of Nantucket and not be completely entranced by the beautiful houses, glorious gardens, and the surrounding beaches. As we recently explored the island I found myself constantly having to pinch myself, as each house and garden that I came...
by Michael Hampton | Sep 3, 2009 | Uncategorized
Were off on a long road trip to Maine and Nantucket for a little R&R, hiking, and of course antiquing! I will look forward to sharing photos from our trip with all of you upon our return.
