This painting depicts Porters Civic House and the Mayor’s Parlour, a place rich in history and deeply personal to me. Beyond its historic significance to Southends history, it is where my parents got married so is woven into our family history too.

Being invited to create a painting of a building with such sentimental significance was incredibly special. Through this work, I wanted to honour not only the architectural character and heritage of the space, but also the quieter, human moments it holds, the ceremonies, stories and memories that unfold within its walls.

I was honoured to present the painting to the Mayor of Southend, Councillor Nigel Folkard and Mayoress Marion Folkard in Spring 2026, with the painting now gracing the walls of the Mayoresses Parlour in the property.