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 tranquil watercolour captures a peaceful moment looking across the River Ouse towards the historic Hospitium in York Museum Gardens. The scene is alive with the gentle rhythms of riverside life - bicycles parked along the bank, café tables inviting passersby to pause and enjoy the view. It's the perfect spot to sit by the river and soak in the beauty of York's historic waterfront.
Abdul has rendered the scene in lush green tones, celebrating the verdant gardens and the play of light on the water. The composition beautifully balances the medieval architecture of the Hospitium with the contemporary leisure of modern York, creating an atmospheric portrait of one of the city's most cherished riverside locations.
Details
- Original watercolour painting
- Paper size approximately 12 x 16"
- Painted en plein air in York
© The Artist
