Norman Ackroyd

British, born 1938

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  • The image shows a snowy landscape from an elevated point of view. The horizon is depicted and blends into a dark sky. The scene has broad brushstrokes creating texture on the snowy ground, outlining trees and fields in the distance. The monochromatic palette ranges from deep blacks and grays in the upper half to softer grays and whites in the lower area, reflecting a serene atmosphere. The image transitions subtly between different tones to represent the softness of snow and overcast light.

    Wharfdale in Snow

    Norman Ackroyd

    1983

    Photo-etching in black with burnishing on wove paper  Accession ID  1991.116.3

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  • The image captures a scene of a reflective body of water in the lower half, extending towards a line of dark, silhouetted trees on the horizon. The horizon line is high in the composition, dominated by dense, dark foliage against a pale sky. The brushstrokes or print technique is soft and blurry. The overall color palette is grayscale, with the water reflecting light from the sky and distant objects. A faint glimmer of light on the horizon shines through the trees.

    Daybreak Picture

    Norman Ackroyd

    1982

    Etching on wove paper  Accession ID  2016.126.4

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  • The image shows a scene with a low horizon, a dark sky filled with voluminous clouds, and a rainbow emerging diagonally from behind the dark clouds. The clouds are depicted with a smoky, atmospheric brushstroke effect, with a color palette dominated by deep blacks and grays contrasting with the rainbow's vivid but muted colors.

    Westmere Rainbow

    Norman Ackroyd

    1981

    Etching on wove paper  Accession ID  2016.126.3

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  • The image shows a landscape with mountains against a moody sky. The horizon is low, with mountains silhouetted. The sky has swirling clouds with a subtle rainbow. The scene is monochromatic with deep grays, blacks, and whites. Light and shadow create depth, with mist or clouds partially obscuring the landscape.

    Spilling Cloud

    Norman Ackroyd

    1979

    Aquatint in black, gray, yellow, and orange on rives bfk paper  Accession ID  1991.116.2

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  • The image shows a landscape near a body of water, with an indistinct shoreline or tree line above the water's edge. The horizon is low in the composition, defined by a dark, blurred mass hinting at a natural landscape. The brushstrokes are soft and diffuse, creating an atmospheric effect. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of black and grey on a white background. The reflection of the dark mass is visible in the water, adding depth to the picture. In the distance, the darkness softens, suggesting light.

    Itchenwater

    Norman Ackroyd

    1978

    Etching and aquatint in black on wove paper  Accession ID  1991.116.1

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  • The image features an abstract composition with two parallel, elongated rectangular forms vertically against a textured background. The forms resemble towering skyscrapers or chimneys. The surrounding space contains blotches and smudges, resembling clouds or smoke dissipating. The overall arrangement evokes urban landscapes seen through a hazy lens.

    Landscape

    Norman Ackroyd

    1973

    Etching and aquatint in black on japanese mould-made paper  Accession ID  1991.116.153

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  • The image shows a high-angle view of a body of water with a bridge in the distance. The horizon is at the top third of the image, where the bridge spans from left to right. The print appears to be an etching with a range of values creating a textured look. The color palette consists of sepia and black tones. The water closer to the viewer has textures and reflections, while the bridge stands out with its intricate design. The background is a simple, unmarked surface.

    Landscape

    Norman Ackroyd

    1973

    Etching and aquatint in black on japanese mould-made paper  Accession ID  1991.116.147

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  • The image shows a landscape with an industrial scene. In the middle of the composition, there is a factory building with a rectangular structure, rows of square windows, and a smokestack. The foreground features a textured surface, while wisps of clouds or smoke blend into the sky above. The artwork has a soft and blurred effect, with a limited color palette of monochrome tones.

    Landscape

    Norman Ackroyd

    1973

    Etching and aquatint in black on japanese mould-made paper  Accession ID  1991.116.149

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  • This is a print of a partially obscured bridge silhouette. The image shows a dark, solid section at the bottom which fades to reveal the top portion of an arched bridge structure. The bridge is depicted with crisscrossed lines suggesting a lattice design. The background is textured, adding depth to the composition.

    Landscape

    Norman Ackroyd

    1973

    Etching and aquatint in black on japanese mould-made paper  Accession ID  1991.116.151

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  • The image shows a cityscape with buildings lining a street. There is a light source or opening in the distance. The buildings have dark, blocky shapes and intricate silhouettes. The image has a grainy style, with soft focus and blurred details. The color palette is primarily dark sepia and black. The street is darker in the foreground and lightens toward the center.

    Landscape

    Norman Ackroyd

    1973

    Etching and aquatint in black on japanese mould-made paper  Accession ID  1991.116.154

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  • The image shows a book cover with the title "LANDSCAPES & FIGURES" in bold red letters near the top. Below it are the words "eight etchings by Norman Ackroyd" and "eight poems by William McIlvanney" in smaller black italicized letters. The background is a solid off-white color.

    Landscapes & Figures

    Norman Ackroyd, William McIlvanney

    published 1973

    Unbound portfolio with cover, eight etchings by norman ackroyd (under the heading landscapes), and eight poems by william mcilvanney (under the heading figures)  Accession ID  1991.116.147-154

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  • The image shows a rectangle on a light canvas with dark shapes inside. The artwork features two vertical soft-edged rectangles on a textured, dark background. The surrounding texture is grainy, creating a sense of depth, reminiscent of mist or smoke.

    Landscape

    Norman Ackroyd

    1973

    Etching and aquatint in black on japanese mould-made paper  Accession ID  1991.116.148

    Not on view