A Watford art historian has published a collection of articles.

Ian Welland, a Watford Writers member, has released a selection of his own writings on art and art history in a new paperback, titled On Art.

The book is a celebration of Mr Welland's 40-year career as an art historian.

It includes a list of featured artworks which can be found online, a bibliography and an index for those keen to delve deeper into art history.

The publication also has an "Extras" section providing a guide for viewing art, along with anecdotes and reminiscences of artists and art historians Mr Welland has met over the years.

Mr Welland said: "In 1983, I submitted an article to the editor of Burlington Magazine – very ambitious for an 18-year-old without any academic credentials.

"The article, needless to say never published, discussed J.M.W. Turner’s 1844 painting entitled Rain, Steam and Speed – The Great Western Railway which can be seen in The National Gallery.

"The experience back in 1983, despite my (long-faded) disappointment of rejection, was useful for it set me a challenge – one I am pleased to say, has led me down a highly enjoyable road as an art historian.

"Celebrating my 40th anniversary since that first submitted article, I have put together a selection of 36 articles, some being published for the first time, in one accessible volume."

Proceeds from the first 30 copies will be donated to Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care.

Copies can be ordered at www.ianwelland.co.uk or by contacting Ian directly on ian.welland@hotmail.co.uk