This Yorkshire sheep artwork, titled “You’re Not My Boss”, depicts the beautiful countryside near Burnsall, capturing a sheep field view inspired by the North Yorkshire landscape. An original felt landscape by Yorkshire felt artist Janine Jacques.
MEDIUM: Original felt landscape artwork using merino wool and mixed fibres
STYLE: Yorkshire felt landscape and sheep art
LOCATION: Burnsall, North Yorkshire
SUBJECT: Yorkshire sheep art / Yorkshire countryside landscape
This piece explores the character and heritage of the Yorkshire sheep industry, created for an exhibition at Leeds Industrial Museum Leeds Industrial Museum, in collaboration with the International Felt Makers Association (Region 10). The exhibition reflected on the impact of industrialisation on both rural life and the natural environment.
The artwork captures a striking moment: a sheep and a collie dog locked in a quiet standoff. This interaction became the inspiration for the title “You’re Not My Boss.”
Where possible, I enjoy incorporating my four childhood pet sheep into my work. This piece is especially personal, created using a photograph I originally took during my GCSE photography course in the 1990s.
In reimagining the scene, I have integrated my four childhood sheep into the landscape, set against the rolling North Yorkshire hills near Burnsall.
I have also replaced my father’s mixed-breed farm dog (from the original photograph) with a collie, reflecting the traditional working sheepdogs used in the Yorkshire sheep industry.
This artwork has also been featured in the Yorkshire Post, recognising its connection to Yorkshire’s rural heritage and storytelling through felt art.
Burnsall, a Yorkshire beauty spot,
With rolling hills of green.
Where sheep graze freely in the fields,
A peaceful, timeless scene.
So many walks for all to enjoy,
With views to restore your soul.
De-stress with every step,
As nature makes you whole.
One ewe stomps with a stubborn glare,
She stamps her feet and does declare,
“You’re not my boss!” she lowers her head,
The sheepdog admits defeat instead.
Sheep, such gentle creatures,
So naturally playful and curious.
A perfect countryside feature,
For a landscape so glorious.
Title: You’re Not My Boss – Burnsall, Yorkshire Sheep Art
Medium: Original felt landscape artwork
Approx. Artwork Size: 50 × 40 cm
Framed Size: 71 × 63 cm
Professionally framed using acid-free double-thickness mountboard within a white wooden frame fitted with museum-quality anti-reflective glass.
*Colours may vary slightly from the photographed work.
UK orders are sent via Royal Mail Tracked 24-hour service.
For international customers, the artwork can be purchased unframed and shipped via Royal Mail tracked international delivery. Please contact me for a shipping quote.
This piece makes a unique and thoughtful gift for a special occasion. Whether for yourself or a loved one, it is ideal for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, Christmas, or simply as a celebration of Yorkshire’s countryside and heritage.
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