Even though there is economic gloom, foul weather and no certaintity for the future, what better way to pass the time that an afternoon pondering local artistic talent in Ferens Art Gallery Hull- The Open Exhibition. I'm wending my way around Gallery 7, marvelling at the artistry, the perspective, the sublety of light and shadow when KAPOOWWWWW!!!! tucked in the corner, captures in watercolour (or was it gouache?) is our very own David Oakley playing violin ;a picture of concentration upon his instantly recognisable face. The painting was superb, incredibley detailed, very well composed and beautifully painted, and it captured the essence of his music. Alas, it was not for sale, nor would I suspect that I had sufficient funds available to me to purchase it. Are there any other mudcatters captured for all time on canvas?-Ossanflags certainly is.

This is a wonderful exhibition and most pieces are purchasable and available for collection after the exhibition ends on 25/4/09. If you are in Hull put it on your itinerary and be sure to spot the Oaklet !