The Country House Colouring Book | Amy Jane Adams

Artist and historian Adams' approach to these architectural gems is fresh and vivid, playfully decorating the beautifully drafted buildings with details from inside or hinting at its history in a cunning visual joke Sunday Express Magazine, April 2016I'm so pleased that Knole and its world famous furniture is included in Amy Jane Adams' delightful book Robert Sackville-WestAmy's work sets a new standard for an adult colouring book. Her latest work, which owes much to the Victorian fantastical tradition, captures not only the fine architecture of these great houses, but also their history and heritage with visual references to their one-time owners and treasures John Penrose, Writer and Chairman of the arts charity, The Discerning EyeA range of beautiful illustrations to colour in, personalise and make your own, these exquisite artworks by Amy Jane Adams are a wonderful way to unleash your creativity. The artist has explored the length and breadth of Britain to uncover Britain's hidden countryside gems, and these intricate designs showcase the wonderful world of the country house - from sprawling Edwardian mansion Polesden Lacey and romantic Lindisfarne castle to modernist masterpiece The Homewood and romantic cottages such as Hill Top. Each artwork explores the interior or exterior of the property, decorating each with the patterns and treasures that can be found inside and incorporating unique details from the history of the house and its inhabitants. This fascinating collection is an imaginative and fun way to explore Britain's country houses and bring the history.