James Peel: A Painter of Northern Light Born in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1811, James Peel’s life and artistic journey were inextricably linked to the rugged beauty of northern England – specifically, Northumberland, Yorkshire, and Wales. His early years, steeped in the industrial heritage of his father's woollen drapery business, provided a grounding in observation and an appreciation for the changing landscapes around him. Unlike many…