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Black and white Postcard featuring Herne Bay (Kent) hand-drawn in pen and ink.
This square postcard is a miniature version of my original pen and ink drawing of Herne Bay Pier. It's part of a series capturing the unique beauty and heritage1 of the North Kent Coast and Thames Estuary
Pen & Ink Drawing (#27)
Colour pen and ink illustration from Herne Bay Pier on a very stormy day.
This artwork captures the dramatic beauty of Herne Bay Pier on a stormy day, its silhouette stark against a turbulent sky. The pier's rich history and enduring presence make it a cherished symbol of the town's seaside heritage.
Herne Bay Pier has seen many iterations over the years. The first pier, a remarkable engineering feat completed in 1832, stretched over 3,600 feet into the sea. It served as a vital transport link, welcoming steamboats from London and fostering the town's growth as a popular resort.
However, the pier's lifespan was cut short by storms and the arrival of the railway. A second, shorter pier was constructed in 1873, but it too faced challenges. The current pier, completed in 1899, was a marvel of Victorian engineering, boasting a length of nearly 3,800 feet and featuring a tramway to transport passengers to shore.
This artwork celebrates the pier's resilience and enduring spirit, capturing the drama and power of a stormy sea. The stark contrast of light and shadow emphasizes the pier's rugged beauty and its steadfast presence against the elements. It serves as a reminder of the pier's storied past and its continued importance as a landmark on the Kent coast.