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A watercolour painting of Shooters Hill and the surrounding area has recently been completed by local artist Ray Marshall. The painting is a collection of different views, landmarks and buildings around Shooters Hill, including the Memorial Hospital, the Red Lion Pub and the Water Tower. The painting has been bought by Shooters Hill Cafe as well as by the Bull Pub in Shooters Hill, both of which also feature in the piece. Ray, who has dabbled in painting his whole life, has also completed a similar montage featuring Plumstead, his own town. When asked why Ray was inspired by Shooters Hill, he says he merely enjoys the area, and even hopes to do another montage of Eltham. Ray’s paintings can be purchased for £40 or you could even buy one framed for £55. If you would be interested in buying a painting or would like to take a closer look at Rays work pop into Shooters Hill Cafe. The painting also features the Ypres Milestone, the Police Station, Eaglesfield, a collection of Hillside Cottages, Severndroog Castle, Woodlands Farmhouse and even our local parakeets. Ray also belongs to the group Plumstead Potters and Painters, who will be holding an exhibition of their paintings, photography and pottery in Bromley Central Library from the 21st of September to the 4th of October.