Abdul Malik Nobel is a Bangladeshi-born, York-based watercolour artist whose plein-air practice focuses on light, atmosphere, and the emotional essence of place.
En plein air - French for 'in the open air' - is a style popularised by the Impressionist artists of the 19th century, where the artist paints outdoors, directly on site, capturing the atmosphere and natural light of a location in real time using loose brushstrokes.
Awards & Recognition
- Highly Commended Award Winner at the Royal Society of British Artists Annual Exhibition (2025)
- Overall Winner of Stroud En Plein Air (2024)
- Urban Artwork Award Winner at WTS Montpellier Plein Air Competition (2024)
- Highly Commended at the Broadway Art Festival (2024)
His work has been exhibited at major UK exhibitions including the Chelsea Art Society 76th Annual Exhibition (2025), reflecting a strong presence in the contemporary British art scene.
We are delighted to be exhibiting his work here in the heart of York.
About This Painting
This atmospheric watercolour captures Lendal Bridge, the second of York's three modern road bridges spanning the River Ouse. Opened in 1863 and designed by Thomas Page (architect of Westminster Bridge in London), the bridge is a magnificent example of Victorian engineering with ornate Gothic-style ironwork. The decorative parapet features the white rose of York, the crossed keys of the Diocese of York, and the lions of England, along with York's coat of arms and the initials V & A representing Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
The bridge connects two medieval towers - Lendal Tower on the east bank and Barker Tower on the west (visible on the right of the painting). Beyond the bridge, the modern Aviva Building with its limestone facade and gables provides a striking contrast between York's historic and contemporary architecture.
Abdul has beautifully captured the interplay of old and new that defines this iconic York landmark.
Details
- Original watercolour painting
- Paper size approximately 12 x 16"
- Painted en plein air in York
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