AMATEUR artist Neil Johnson is hoping that one of his paintings will receive royal approval.
Mr Johnson, former chief executive with Derwentside District Council, has given his painting of a horse to the British Horse Society, which will raffle it during the Princess Royal's visit to Houghall Agricultural College, near Durham City, in June.
The painting was due to have its first showing at Castleside Art Club's Easter exhibition, at Castleside Village Hall, this Thursday and on Monday, when it is on display with 100 other paintings by local artists.
Mr Johnson said he was enjoying his art since he retired. He said: "I've been retired for about four years and I'm enjoying life and enjoying painting."
The royal visit will celebrate the British Horse Society's promotion day on June 12.
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