A WIRRAL artist is mastering his craft creating lifelike paintings from memorable photographs.
William Wallace, who lives in Rock Ferry, has always been interested in art having started painting at a young age.
He says he’s still learning but his paintings – which are produced using quick drying oil paints – are stunning recreations of original photographs.
Take Heather Gars’ photograph of her son Rory and their dog tag.
Heather Gars' photograph of Rory and Tag on the beach
William, who is 64, has perfectly recreated the picture on canvas and also done a painting of Tag enjoying playing on the beach.
William's painting from Heather's photograph
William said: “I paint from photographs and use quick drying oil paints.
“Each painting takes around 15 hours from start to finish, particularly if I’m doing a dog.
“Most paintings are 12inches by 10inches and I really enjoy the challenge as well as the end result.
“The reaction I get from people, when I show them their painting, is wonderful.
“They’re generally shocked at the true likeness of their pets.
“I love showing them the end result.”
He added: “Painting is a hobby and I’m still learning.”
Tag pauses on the beach
William's painting of Tag
William uses oils to create his paintings
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