The Beast from the Baltic

The Beast from the Baltic… is no match for Emma! The Beast brought icy winds and sub zero temperatures… and … More

Welcome to the Silly Season

In truth the Silly Season has been going on since about December if you are a cold water swimmer. If … More

My snowflakes / swimflakes hats are getting about a bit, I just wanted to show you a couple of photos … More

Not as flattering as my last paintings of swimmers, but I was trying to convey the feeling of the water, … More

I have several jumper-dresses, which I mostly live in through the winter – a single item of clothing that takes … More

The lake was 4 degrees the other day, cold enough to make the nerves in hands and wrists fizz and … More