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 serene watercolour captures the Yorkshire Museum nestled within the tranquil Museum Gardens. The striking Greek Revival architecture, with its classical columns and elegant proportions, stands as a testament to early 19th-century design. Opened in 1830 to house the Yorkshire Philosophical Society's collections, this Grade I listed building has been a cultural cornerstone of York for nearly two centuries.
The museum sits on historic land once part of St Mary's Abbey, and the surrounding gardens were established as a botanic collection, creating a peaceful green sanctuary in the city centre.
Abdul has masterfully portrayed the harmonious relationship between the museum's stately neoclassical facade and the lush gardens that embrace it, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation in one of York's most beloved cultural spaces.
Details
- Original watercolour painting
- Paper size approximately 12 x 16"
- Painted en plein air in York
© The Artist
