This atmospheric poster, taken from an original watercolour by Ian Scott Massie, captures Durham in the glow of autumn light. In a palette of burnt orange, soft amber, and muted browns, the city unfolds in layers of silhouetted rooftops, chimneys, the railway viaduct, and the iconic outline of Durham Cathedral.
The composition balances architectural detail with seasonal warmth, as the low light of autumn casts long shadows and softens the skyline. There’s a quiet rhythm to the piece — a moment held between movement and stillness, past and present.
Evocative of vintage travel posters but rooted in a contemporary style, this print is a subtle celebration of Durham’s shape, season, and sense of place.
