Until the Colours Fade

Set against the backdrop of the Industrial Revolution in 1852 Rigton Bridge, the story follows painter Tom Strickland as he navigates the challenges of a changing community. Strickland aims to secure profitable commissions from mill-owner Joseph Braithwaite and landowner Lord Goodchild, all while aspiring to fund his own artistic endeavors. The narrative explores the intersection of art and industry, highlighting the tensions and transformations of the era.