I felt compelled to revisit the Said Business School’s Art Gallery, when I realised that my so-called review of John Hounam’s work last week said very little about the vibrant paintings on show, but filled the space with rants about the absence of titles and prices instead. That was inexcusable — I pride myself on generating interest in local artist’s work, yet failed to do so this time.

As one reader remarked, my observations ranged from the inaccurate to the banal. There is no excuse for this, so may I begin again please and apologise for not noticing the picture numbers, minute though they are? Obviously I need a new pair of glasses.

Perhaps the most sensitive picture in John Hounam’s exhibition is Seated Ballerina worked in pastel. This lovely work captures the delicate beauty of the ballerina and the very essence of her profession, which John has expressed through soft hues and experienced line. The fact that it is a pastel picture is an indication of this artist’s versatility, as he also works in acrylics, watercolours and oils.

As I mentioned last week, when confronted with this collection, it is easy to assume that these are the works of several artists rather than just one. Different styles and different mediums suggest the depth of John’s long experience as a painter and his ability to express himself with finesse. Sadly the large series of paintings John has created from a Life Class were not included in this exhibition, owing to the Said Business School’s policy on reproductions of the naked body.

As a consequence, John is seeking an exhibition venue to show these paintings and would be happy to hear from interested parties on 01865 717156. His sensitive working of the Seated Ballerina should indicate the quality of these Life Class works.

Until October 15.