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Kind Words / Testimonials

Here are a selection of comments from clients who have enjoyed and support the Peter Hill Fine Art Experience.

The moment we saw the piece in the gallery we knew it was the ‘one’. David took the time to discuss our space and listen to us. When he brought artwork to…Read more

Mrs K Krause-Whiteing - Kendal (31-10-2022)

Following the death of my father, I inherited some money and wanted something very special to remember him and my mother by. So I put my trust in Peter Hill and commissioned…Read more

Mrs H Nichols - Hemel Hempstead (01-06-2021)

A big thank you to Peter for painting such a fantastic picture which looks amazing in our new conservatory. Our journey started about 10 years ago when every time we went walking…Read more

Jane & Robert Jackson - Cheshire (20-03-2018)

Dear Peter, Alex and I were so pleased and relieved that you managed to restore our beautiful paintings after the damage caused when the ceiling fell through in our apartment. As you…Read more

John & Alex - Skipton (18-12-2017)

We looked for the right paintings for our new home for months before walking into Peter's studio in Derbyshire and admiring him at work. After chatting to Peter for a little while…Read more

Helen an David Parr - Sheffield (30-08-2017)

Having admired Peters' paintings at his Ambleside gallery for a number of years, we decided to commission a tree tunnel painting for our new extension. It was a wonderful and exciting process…Read more

Jodi & Dan - Wakefield (20-07-2017)

We had been looking for a piece of art for our lounge for quite some time and having visited Peter's Ambleside gallery a few times over the years, we were already a…Read more

Jamie Mellalieu - Greater Manchester (19-07-2017)

We visited the gallery in Sheffield to browse and were immediately drawn to the variety and quality of Peter's work. It appealed to us both although we have quite different artistic tastes.…Read more

Rachel Brown - Sheffield (03-07-2017)

David was very attentive to our needs, patient and imaginative. He put us under no pressure, despite numerous visits to view "our" painting. David and Peter hung the painting for us in…Read more

Anne and John Powell - Sheffield (30-05-2017)

We were immediately attracted by Peter’s work when we drove past the gallery in Ambleside and resolved to pay a visit on our next trip. We were not disappointed. The gallery was…Read more

Mr B. Holroyd CBE DL High Sheriff of Cheshire - Grassmere (13-12-2015)

We love our new painting, Autumn in the Woods. In the short few weeks since it was installed, every visitor has spontaneously made positive comments, including: “You have a Peter Hill!” “Please…Read more

Mr & Mrs Donally - Sheffield (19-11-2015)

Having met at Chester Arts Fair, we commissioned Peter to produce three unique canvasses for our new offices. Peter and the team at Peter Hill Fine Art were fantastic at keeping us…Read more

Deepbridge Capital - Chester (10-11-2015)

After a trip to the Lakes a few years ago when we saw Peter’s work for the first time at the Ambleside gallery we treated ourselves to a picture when we got…Read more

Mr & Mrs Thompson - Leeds (07-11-2015)

Having seen a piece of Peter's work through a work acquaintance we visited the gallery in Sheffield and were deeply impressed with the range and quality of Peter's paintings. Having completed a…Read more

Mrs S Cook - Sheffield (18-10-2015)

Having bought a new apartment in Sheffield, the walls were looking a little bare, so we looked on the internet to find some local galleries. We chanced on Peter Hill's website, and…Read more

John & Rachel - Sheffield (04-09-2015)

Dear Peter & David, Feeling the need to add a second painting to our room we viewed your on-line site.From the extensive range we selected three paintings.Varying in subject, colour and size,…Read more

Mr & Mrs Bramall - Sheffield (04-06-2015)

I am loving my paintings, I love looking at them and they really make the rooms look amazing! Thanks for the great, friendly service!Read more

Sarah Howells - Sheffield (21-05-2015)

Having spent several years admiring Peter's work at the Ambleside gallery and online, we attended the 2014 Windsor art fair, and whilst not making a purchase at the fair David explained the…Read more

Mark & Jackie Lythgoe - Harpenden (19-05-2015)

You were extremely helpful, providing me all the options available to me (commission, print or an already available original). I didn't feel pressured into purchasing a painting and you struck the right…Read more

K Greenhalgh - Godalming - Surrey (02-05-2015)

Many thanks to both yourself and Peter for the personal service you offered in coming to our home - having set out with a plan to buy one picture - we couldn't…Read more

Mr M Brownridge - Cockermouth - Cumbria (30-04-2015)

Peters powerful painting of Stanage Edge was featured in the window of the Sheffield Gallery which immediately caught my eye whilst I was walking by. We were looking for a striking piece…Read more

Mike Mayer - London (07-03-2015)

A massive thank you to Peter and David for introducing us to the fine art world with their incredible knowledge, advice and kindness. We are now proud owners of 2 pieces of…Read more

Toby & Louise Leyland - Winchester (27-11-2014)

We had seen Peter Hill’s art at Chester Arts Fair and of all the art work there, were particularly drawn to the work that Peter was exhibiting. We recently completed an extension…Read more

Peter Clarkson - Tarvin Cheshire (07-11-2014)

We bought our first picture following one of our many visits to Ambleside when we called into the gallery there and thought the pictures where fantastic. Following a number of house alterations…Read more

Andy & Tracey - Stockton on Tees - Stockton on Tees (12-09-2014)

We had been looking for a large picture of Stanage Edge in Derbyshire to fill one wall. We kept browsing numerous galleries and websites and on returning from a walk in Derbyshire…Read more

Bridget and Milo - South Yorkshire (06-08-2014)

Having purchased “Red Trees” in Cheltenham, we discovered at last that the intimate Peter Hill Fine Art Gallery in Ambleside was full of the vivid, flowing and evocative colours of this special…Read more

John & Karin Cox - Cheltenham (08-05-2014)

An entertaining and fascinating art demonstration was enjoyed last Tuesday evening by members and friends of Barnsley and District Art Society. Peter Hill, Peak & Lake District artist, demonstrated his distinctively identifiable…Read more

Barnsley Art Society - Barnsley - South Yorkshire (11-03-2014)

In October of 2013 my wife and I set off for a weeks holiday in the Lake District staying in Ambleside with absolutely no intention of buying fine art, our focus was…Read more

Mike and Sharon Absolom, Southampton - Southampton (11-03-2014)

Dear Peter and David I am writing to say how pleased we are with the artwork you have produced for us. Both my husband and I are a professional couple who have…Read more

Andy & Debbie - Derbyshire - Chesterfield (05-03-2014)

Wonderful Paintings from Peter, which look great in our newly refurbished house, adding a much needed splash of colour and presence. We now have seven pieces in total, and are fast running…Read more

Mr & Mrs Robson - West Yorkshire - Halifax (02-03-2014)

I decided I wanted to surprise my future husband Chris on his 50th birthday by having the view from the marquee at Osmaston Park where we are getting married, painted by Peter…Read more

L Eland - Sheffield - Sheffield (28-02-2014)

We purchased our first Peter Hill painting of a local Peak District scene in August this year. We were delighted with the picture and the service received and have recently chosen two…Read more

Sue and Rodger - Sheffield - Sheffield (14-12-2013)

My husband and I were aware of Peter’s works literally just hours before we attended the Chester Art Fair. We went in the safe knowledge that we were looking for a piece…Read more

Mr & Mrs Taylor - Chester (03-12-2013)

I came across Peter's work in his gallery in the Lake District, and loved his large scale paintings and strong, vivid colours. I could have chosen any number of his paintings, as…Read more

V. Jennison - Amersham (20-11-2013)

My partner and I originally discovered Peter’s gallery in Ambleside by accident, 7 years ago, and fell in love with a beautiful oil painting which takes pride of place in our bedroom.…Read more

Ian Colledge - Market Harborough (21-10-2013)

In September 2013 I completed one of the world’s great endurance challenges – running 30 marathons in 30 days. I ran 15 of the marathons in the hills and valleys of the…Read more

Chris Heaton - Challenge 30 - Sheffield (14-10-2013)

The process of choosing our Peter Hill artwork was difficult for us as we like so many! So the home assessment made things much easier. David was very accommodating in arranging a…Read more

Richard Rees-Jones - Keighley (09-10-2013)

We had an excellent experience purchasing our new painting. David was always on hand with friendly advice and being able to see a variety of paintings actually at the house in the…Read more

Mr J. Havenhand - Sheffield (14-09-2013)

We had been in need of a ‘big’ picture for a very empty wall. We paid Peter’s Ecclesall Road Gallery a visit just before closing time on a Tuesday afternoon and we…Read more

Rodger & Sue - Sheffield (12-09-2013)

I remember visiting Peter's Calver Mill gallery for the first time in 2004 and instantly loving his work. I always enjoy calling in when in the area, although sadly this is much…Read more

E Pinder - Bury St Edmunds (16-07-2013)

We first became of Peter's work when we were out walking in the Peak District a few years ago and we came across his gallery in Calver. It immediately drew us in…Read more

Mr C Chambers - Sheffield (30-05-2013)

David, Janet and I wanted to thank you and Peter again for both the wonderful paintings and also for the personal attention and interest that you both showed. The 'landscape' continues to…Read more

Duncan & Janet Craig - Blackpool (22-05-2013)

Having renovated and moved into our new home we were on the look out for some artwork to compliment the traditional exterior and the modern interior, we had been on the lookout…Read more

Nicola & Richard - Sheffield (01-05-2013)

We were introduced to Peter's work when we were looking for a picture for our new lounge. Every time we look at it still brings a smile to our faces and is…Read more

Mr & Mrs Taylor - Bradwell, Derbyshire (16-04-2013)

Driving past your window on Ecclesall Road week after week we were taken by the beautiful and captivating pictures on display, so when we were looking for something special for our home,…Read more

Mark & Carolyn Wilkie - Thurlstone, South Yorkshire (13-03-2013)

Peter Hill Fine Art offer an excellent solution for those who have wall space to fill but dont want to spend a fortune and who also need pictures to match existing furnishings…Read more

Mr & Mrs Wild - Thursley, Surrey (12-03-2013)

Thank you Peter and David for guiding us through our journey of choices, we enjoyed the experience which with your help was easy. We love our painting which complements the colours in…Read more

Mr & Mrs Andrews - Sheffield (25-02-2013)

Starting with the end result – Peter’s painting exceeded all our expectations. It is simply stunning and continues to give us much pleasure. Indeed the whole commissioning process was superb – a…Read more

Mr & Mrs Heaton - Sheffield (24-01-2013)

Whilst on holiday in the Lakes we visited Peter Hill's gallery in Ambleside and were taken with one of the paintings called Autumn Horizon. We decided that we should measure up at…Read more

Jo & Gary - Harrogate, UK (06-12-2012)

A visit to the Edinburgh art festival on a quiet Sunday turned into an eventful day out. We were thinking about buying a piece but had great difficulty in deciding..we went for…Read more

Alison & Andrew - Airdrie, Scotland - (Edinburgh Art Fair 2012) (18-11-2012)

Hi Peter and David, Thank you very much for delivering the picture to Pitlochry and also for hanging it on the wall - what great service! We both really love the picture…Read more

Martin & Debbie - Pitlochry, Scotland (15-11-2012)

Having admired Peter's work for several years we moved home in 2010 and commissioned him to paint us a reminder of our favourite city, Boston. Visitors are stunned and we are continually…Read more

Heather & Ian Whitehouse - Bamford, Derbyshire (30-10-2012)

We had been looking for a suitable painting to go in our new garden room for some considerable time we wanted it to be a landscape close to where we lived. We…Read more

Mr & Mrs Ibbotson - Sheffield (30-10-2012)

Having just moved to a house on the edge of the Peak District we were looking for a painting that captured the light and colours and textures that make up the dramatic…Read more

Mr & Mrs Beaumont - Derbyshire (03-10-2012)

Thank you so much for the prompt delivery of our painting. Communicative and polite throughout the process, we are very pleased with the level of customer service we have received. The picture…Read more

Mr & Mrs Harper - Rowledge, Surrey (26-09-2012)

This was a completely incidental and impulsive purchase, almost accidental. Having driven past the Peter Hill Gallery in Ecclesall on a daily basis for many years to and from work, it became…Read more

Lisa & Andy - Sheffield (07-09-2012)

Peter paints powerful landscapes that demand your attention, the clouds seem at the point of rain. We purchased one of his paintings, a view inspired by the hills surrounding Keswick, and really…Read more

Mr & Mrs Walsh - Peterborough, UK (22-08-2012)

It is seven years since I first became aware of Peter Hill’s work. My mother had just passed away and I wanted to buy a piece of art work to remember her…Read more

Mr P Moulson - Sheffield (07-09-2009)

We bought our first painting a few months ago and are delighted with the difference it makes to our room. It is an absolute pleasure to sit and "lose yourself" in the…Read more

Mr and Mrs Winstanley - (2016-07-17)

It was a rainy day in Carver, we were on honeymoon, we noticed the gallery was open and called in for a look. Two months later we are the proud owners of…Read more

Louise Davies - Southampton (2016-07-23)

We bought our first Peter Hill painting some 7 years ago and have treasured it ever since. Having remodelled our lounge we decided to go for a second and were delighted when…Read more

Phil and Liz Turner - (2015-12-09)

In September 2013 we at Best Solicitors moved offices from an old traditional building into new modern office space and for the first time in 15 years we had lots of (level)…Read more

Best Solicitors - (2016-05-16)

Having bought a new apartment in Sheffield, the walls were looking a little bare, so we looked on the internet to find some local galleries. We chanced on Peter Hill's website, and…Read more

John and Rachel - (2015-09-04)

We were on a visit to Sheffield when we saw Peter's studio. It was a day that the studio is not normally open, but Peter was happy to come and open up…Read more

John & Hazel - (2015-01-20)

Having admired Peter's paintings in the window of his Sheffield gallery for many years I decided to visit the gallery and consider whether one of his paintings would suit a room in…Read more

Kathryn - (2014-11-09)

We are so delighted with our beautiful purchase! We happened to walk past the gallery in Ambleside, which was closed at the time, and knew we had to return the next day.…Read more

Katrina and Craig - (2016-06-12)

I am fortunate to have owned a couple of Peter Hill paintings for some years now. I still get as much - if not more pleasure from them now and see more…Read more

Katherine Parker - Sheffield (2016-10-22)

We had been looking for a painting for our hall for a while and became aware of Peter's work through a local gallery. This was a new experience for us opting for…Read more

Sue & Roger - (2016-11-11)

I came across Peter's work in his gallery in the Lake District, and loved his large scale paintings and strong, vivid colours. I could have chosen any number of his paintings, as…Read more

Vanessa Jennison - Amersham (2013-11-20)

I remember visiting Peter's Calver gallery for the first time in 2004 and instantly loving his work. I always enjoy calling in when in the area, although sadly this is much less…Read more

E Pinder - Bury St Edmunds (2013-07-16)

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