About - stevesherris.com

Painting the Isles of Scilly                                                        

I feel that my love for these Islands is best expressed in my paintings. I have a great sensitivity to the local landscape and I always try to capture this feeling.
 I am naturally inspired to paint by what I see in nature.
When I view the landscape I try to isolate the important colours and shapes. Subsequently, I interpret them on canvas in a bolder, more graphic way, often with dramatic use of colour and texturing for maximum effect.
Along with broad, rich application of paint, vivid colour and lively brushwork I often include local ingredients such as sand, granite and shells to add physical texture. This adds a three dimensional feel which aids the creation of depth.
 I mostly work with oils and acrylic. I just love the physical application of the paint and it satisfies my desire for capturing strong colour and light. I paint small panels outside, and re-work larger versions in the studio.
My aim is not so much to appeal to peoples intellect,  but touch on peoples emotions and memories.