Tompsett captures the recognizable silhouette of Durham, where the cathedral and castle dominate the horizon. Instead of traditional architectural precision, he uses a vibrant color palette that bleeds across the paper, suggesting the movement and life within the ancient stone walls. The white space surrounding the skyline emphasizes the height and drama of the city's unique geography, allowing the eye to focus entirely on the interplay of shape and hue.

The use of watercolor painting techniques brings a whimsical playfulness to the cityscape. Drips of paint fall from the base of the buildings like rain or reflections in the River Wear, grounding the floating architecture in a sense of place. It is a celebration of geographic locations that feels both personal and expansive, inviting the viewer to trace the familiar peaks and towers through a kaleidoscope of saturated washes.