Customer Testimonials

Hi Alan

Thank you very much for the speedy dispatch of the beautiful Bamburgh print. I purchased it for the lady who works for us as a retirement present. I introduced her a few years ago to the beauties of the North East and she has holidayed there every year since, Holy Island and Bamburgh being her favourites. I am myself originally from Woolsington not a stones throw away from where you are.

Thanks again  JoAnne   1/1/2010

We just wanted to say sorry for the inconvenience and thank you for the other night when we picked up the print of the Theatre Royal. We are over the moon with this and have hung this taking pride of place in the hallway so we and anyone coming into our home can enjoy this and appreciate how lovely this really is. Thank you again.   Craig   19 December 2009

Alan, I just wanted to let you know we got the prints today. They are just beautiful and thanks also for the lovely note. I can't wait until they are framed and hanging on the wall; soon hopefully! Best wishes, Robin     13 October 2009

Dear Alan,

I received your beautiful painting this morning and am truly delighted with it.

You have a great talent and your painting will certainly give me a great deal of pleasure.

I have a great fondness for Dubai and in particular the Jumeirah Beach & Burj al Arab.

The colours you have chosen are magnificent and they certainly show the Burj in all it's splendour!

Many Thanks,

Clare Greathurst

Alan Reed is without doubt one of the most talented watercolour artists working in the UK today. His scenes of the North East, the Middle East, and in particular Italy are wonderful representations with amazing life, depth and feeling. I thoroughly recommend you visit Alan at his studio and gallery in Ponteland, or at www.alanreed.com to see for yourself his outstanding works." 

Shaun Gomm, December 2009

We have always been very impressed with the quality of the service and the beautiful artwork produced by Alan and Susan Reed.
We have commissioned them to do a wonderful painting of our house and a number of smaller paintings that have been turned into postcards.
David and Chrissie Lang, December 2009
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"The quality of Alan's work never fails to impress. One look around his gallery confirms his talent as a watercolour artist of the highest order. Having an example of Alan's work hanging at home is a pleasure not just for us, but to all who look at it." December 2009


Alan is a true professional who shows absolute integrity both to his art and to his relationships. Anyone who works with Alan can be not only confident of truly outstanding art which will always draw commendation from all that view it but also of dealing with a man with whom it is a pleasure to do business

 We commissioned Alan to do a watercolour, and we were delighted with the result, but more importantly we were pleased to be actively involved in the process leading up to the finished piece....Alan is so talented and he and Susan go out of their way to make sure everything is just right. He has something in every price range!

^{Alan, I just wanted to let you know we got the prints today. They are
just beautiful and thanks also for the lovely note. I can't wait
until they are framed and hanging on the wall; soon hopefully!
Best wishes, Robin}

Alan's work is of priceless artistic flair. His gallery is a dangerous place to visit as his work is so mouthwateringly appealing it affects my liquidity, but enhances my quality of life.

8th October 2009 Internet Order Hello again Alan, Just wanted to say thank you so very very much for sending the complimentary signed card which arrived this morning - it is very kind of you. It is also very apt and with perfect timing as it is my birthday today. San Gimignano is another of our favourite places. We seem to be following in your footsteps!! My print of Relais il Canalicchio arrived this afternoon and I am absolutely thrilled with it. Many many thanks once again for all your help and kindness. Very best wishes Janet 3rd August 2009 Dear Alan & Susan We want to take this opportunity to express our thanks following the recent purchase of the picyure of Venice. The warmth of colour and impressionist style were exactly what we were looking for. We were made very welcome on arrival at the gallery and were very impressed with the professionalism - the cappuchino was delicious too ! The picture arrived well wrapped and now occupies a prime spot where it has been much admired by friends and family. We were particulary impressed by your website with it's ease of navigation and enjoyed watching the video clip of the artist at work on location. With our thanks and every good wish David & Ruth Landles March 22 / 2008 Dear Mr Reed Thank you for sending me the limited edition print of the 'Grand Canal' which I am truly delighted with. I apologise for not contacting you sooner, due to all the work on my new house I have only just got round to unpacking it. I am sure it will be gracing my new home for many years to come. You are a truly talented artist, I love your work. With very best wishes Lesley Rudyard

January 27 / 2007 Hi Alan The picture we ordered just before Christmas arrived safely in New Zealand and has been much admired! Many thanks. Kath

January 19 / 2007 Hello Mr Reed Just a note to say the prints arrived safely yesterday. We are very pleased with them. The quality of the prints and the mounts was superb and exceeded all our expectations. You also did a very good job with the packaging. As for the paintings we just loved them! The internet pictures do not do them any justice. Thank you! Serge Chan

December 06 / 2006 Many thanks for calendars received so quickly and safely.

June 09 / 2006 Dear Alan It has just arrived and looks fantastic. Many thanks and have a great Christmas. Regards. Alan Hagger

June 09 / 2006 Hi Alan Just to say a big thank you for organizing the print to be sent to my friend. It arrived shortly after the wedding and she said that was better because they were having a little party the next day in the garden and all gathered around to unwrap it! She and her new husband are absolutely thrilled and declared it their 'best present'.

May 12 / 2006 Just to say thank you very much for the picture of Lindisfarne. It was for an engagement present for a couple who proposed at Lindisfarne and they loved it. Thanks also for prompt dispatch and excellent packaging.

December 14 / 2005 Mr Reed Just to let you know that the picture arrived Tuesday. We are delighted with the picture it is excellent and the frame sets it of. We look forward to visiting your studio again in the near future. Hope you have a very Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year. Mr Tordoff

November 09 / 2005 I have just purchased 3 prints from you I have to say the internet does not do them justice they are lovely!

October 29 / 2005 Received my print on Tuesday as promised. I'm absolutely delighted with it - glad I had it framed, it looks lovely - a constant reminder of one of my favourite cities. Thanks again.

August 04 / 2005 Hi Alan Just wanted to say a big thank you for sending our "match day" picture in such quick time and so well packaged. It now has pride of place in our Kent hallway for everbody to see! The other two pictures that we took away at the time, are also in prominent places to remind us daily of home. Thanks for great service. Mrs Mole

August 04 / 2005 Dear Gail I am delighted with the picture I bought from you (St Andrews harbour, early morning). It is a gift, but I like it so much I may buy another for myself ! I also want you to know how much I appreciated your help on the phone, the prompt despatch, the superlative box and wrapping, and the personal touch of a note from Alan Reed inside. That sort of service is truly excellent and deserves praise. Many thanks indeed. Gordon Wilson

July 14 / 2005 Hi Alan Just put Christian watercolour artist into Google and found your site. I'm a Christian and it was great to see your testimony in print and appreciated your pictures. Sylvia Robson