WHEN Jujitsu black belt Paul Melnicenko is not brushing aside opponents he is brushing up on his artistic skills.

Now, the 45-year-old from Breightmet, who admits to being a "Sunday artist", has his own exhibition in the Albert Halls, Bolton.

And, true to the unusual mix of his hobby skills, Paul's exhibition features eye-catching Surrealist paintings on various themes.

Paul is a father of three who enjoyed art at Hayward School and then studied at Bolton Technical College.

He said: "I've been delighted with the way the exhibition has been received so far."

The exhibition is based in the Crush Hall within Bolton Town Hall, and runs from this week until November 30.