"After 79 years of operation, an era has come to an end and the Blue Bird cafe and Butler's Fish & Chips will change hands. Rick and Dianna Butler have sold the Cafe, which has been owned and operated by members of the Butler family since 1928."I started this painting shortly after the summer of 2007, which ended up being the last summer the restaurant would operate under the Butler name. I wanted to paint it not only because I love the simple architecture and primary colours, but also because I love the fish and chips! I have since returned, and thankfully, not too much has changed, other than the Butlers sign. The fish and chips are still good and greasy, best eaten with a lot of salt and vinegar while sitting on the steps of the cafe or at a picnic table down at the beach at sunset - both excellent people-watching locations!
As for the painting, the original is spoken for, but if you're interested in a print, I am in the process of having these produced. Drop me a line!
