Artwork
A selection of original canvases and high quality prints are available in the Catalogue
Crisp Sunset
November 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 16cm x 31cm
(6in x 12in)
Inspiration
Capturing the late afternoon sunset in winter at Lyme Regis.
The final painting in the 6 widescreen canvas format which was informed by my interest in film panoramic's. This set also depicts the seasons of the year at six different times of the day.
I began work on this latest set of paintings back in July along with five other landscape pieces of the same size.
Painting in a widescreen film format that I am very interested in. I really appreciate a great filmic, scenic shot that adds scope. It's something that I notice on the screen in the way it can inform great storylines.
I research my paintings with this concept in mind when I am outdoors photographing scenic shots that inspires a storyline to the piece I intend to paint.
Between Cliffs
November 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 16cm x 31cm
(6in x 12in)
Inspiration
A brisk November afternoon in Lyme Regis. I'm consciously looking to capture that feeling of fresh wind coming off the Atlantic Ocean, whilst walking along the beach front in winter. The sunset clouds drawing in early over the cliffs.
I began work on this latest set of paintings back in July along with five other landscape pieces of the same size.
Painting in a widescreen film format that I am very interested in. I really appreciate a great filmic, scenic shot that adds scope. It's something that I notice on the screen in the way it can inform great storylines.
I research my paintings with this concept in mind when I am outdoors photographing scenic shots that inspires a storyline to the piece I intend to paint.
Estuary Clouds
October 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 16cm x 31cm
(6in x 12in)
Inspiration
A glorious summer day at Clevedon pier looking out over the Bristol Channel, relaxing clouds reflect the calm of the moment.
I began work on this latest set of paintings back in July along with five other landscape pieces of the same size.
Painting in a widescreen film format that I am very interested in. I really appreciate a great filmic, scenic shot that adds scope. It's something that I notice on the screen in the way it can inform great storylines.
I research my paintings with this concept in mind when I am outdoors photographing scenic shots that inspires a storyline to the piece I intend to paint.
Between Trees
October 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 16cm x 31cm
(6in x 12in)
Inspiration
Nature at its brightest in the height of a summer afternoon. Bask in the breezy heat, just like the trees.
I began work on this latest set of paintings back in July along with five other landscape pieces of the same size.
Painting in a widescreen film format that I am very interested in. I really appreciate a great filmic, scenic shot that adds scope. It's something that I notice on the screen in the way it can inform great storylines.
I research my paintings with this concept in mind when I am outdoors photographing scenic shots that inspires a storyline to the piece I intend to paint.
Still Lake
September 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 16cm x 31cm
(6in x 12in)
Inspiration
This scene is all about stillness, a place to find your calm and bask in the moment.
I began work on this latest set of paintings back in July along with five other landscape pieces of the same size.
Painting in a widescreen film format that I am very interested in. I really appreciate a great filmic, scenic shot that adds scope. It's something that I notice on the screen in the way it can inform great storylines.
I research my paintings with this concept in mind when I am outdoors photographing scenic shots that inspires a storyline to the piece I intend to paint.
Lake View
September 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 16cm x 31cm
(6in x 12in)
Inspiration
A tranquil scenic that captures the dawning of a new day.
Whilst working on this piece, I was shocked during the month of September to discover the tragic demise of the symbolic Sycamore Gap Tree at Hadrians Wall.
During the process of this painting I felt compelled to include a tribute to the spirit of the 200 year old Sycamore Tree by painting it in pride of place on the mountain top overlooking Lake View.
Painting in a widescreen film format that I am very interested in. I really appreciate a great filmic, scenic shot that adds scope. It's something that I notice on the screen in the way it can inform great storylines.
I research my paintings with this concept in mind when I am outdoors photographing scenic shots that inspires a storyline to the piece I intend to paint.
Colours!
April 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 46cm x 100cm
(18in x 39in)
Original Canvas Set - (Available)
Inspiration
Set of three preparatory colour work, texture styled paint on canvas. Subjective use of colour.
Pink!
March 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 46cm x 36cm
(18in x 14in)
Inspiration
Preparatory colour work, texture styled paint on canvas.
Vibrant colours are the cornerstone of my painting style. I am drawn to the use of colours to take the viewer to a sort of surreal moment in time that feels like you've been there before, even if you have not.
Sometimes I like to just use colour and take out the context of the actual landscape with a subjective use of colour.
Gold!
March 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 46cm x 36cm
(18in x 14in)
Inspiration
Preparatory colour work, texture styled paint on canvas.
Vibrant colours are the cornerstone of my painting style. I am drawn to the use of colours to take the viewer to a sort of surreal moment in time that feels like you've been there before, even if you have not.
Sometimes I like to just use colour and take out the context of the actual landscape with a subjective use of colour.
Jade!
March 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 46cm x 36cm
(18in x 14in)
Inspiration
Preparatory colour work, texture styled paint on canvas.
Vibrant colours are the cornerstone of my painting style. I am drawn to the use of colours to take the viewer to a sort of surreal moment in time that feels like you've been there before, even if you have not.
Sometimes I like to just use colour and take out the context of the actual landscape with a subjective use of colour.
Church Cove Sunset
February 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 46cm x 61cm
(18in x 24in)
Original Framed Canvas - (Available)
Inspiration
Painting of a very rugged Cornwall beach sunset. Feel the power of nature as the brisk wind propels the waves inland.
A combined process from a series of research photos that I shot on the cornish coast in June of 2019.
Spanish Horizon
January 2023
Acrylic on canvas: 46cm x 61cm
(18in x 24in)
Original Framed Canvas - (Available)
Inspiration
3 years to the month, I took this photograph of the glorious midday sunshine over the Spanish horizon in Cartagena.
I found the photos to be very stark in its lighting, which initially drew me to the scene.
This painting is my interpretation of that moment captured in time.
Soul River
September 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 48cm x 64cm
(19in x 25in)
Commissioned Artwork
Inspiration
A piece created to depict the personality and feelings set out in a commissioned brief.
This is a very symbolic painting for the client.
Commissions are available upon discussion.
Falmouth Bather
July 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 36cm x 46cm
(14in x 18in)
High resolution framed/unframed print also available in Catalogue
Inspiration
Summer day out in Cornwall. The cool feeling of a morning dip in the sea surrounded by a vast landscape.
Clevedon Pier
June 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 36cm x 46cm
(14in x 18in)
High resolution framed/unframed print also available in Catalogue
Inspiration
Summer day out in Clevedon. The cooling blue colour hue takes the sting out of the hot temperature.
Clevedon Beach
May 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 36cm x 46cm
(14in x 18in)
High resolution print also available in Catalogue
Inspiration
Summer day out in Clevedon. A bright and vivid depiction of a hot landscape basking in the afternoon sunshine.
Vistas
May 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 30cm x 30cm
(12in x 12in)
Original Canvas Set - (Available)
Inspiration
A set of four conceptual Vistas, a colour study of painting natures elements in random motion.
Misty River
April 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 15cm x 15cm
(6in x 6in)
Inspiration
A - Vista colour study in random motion.
Conceptual exercise to combine landscape colours with a sense of movement in natures elements.
Dusky Desert
April 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 15cm x 15cm
(6in x 6in)
Inspiration
B - Vista colour study in random motion.
Conceptual exercise to combine landscape colours with a sense of movement in natures elements.
Sea Shower
April 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 15cm x 15cm
(6in x 6in)
Inspiration
C - Vista colour study in random motion.
Conceptual exercise to combine landscape colours with a sense of movement in natures elements.
Moonlit Lake
April 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 15cm x 15cm
(6in x 6in)
Inspiration
D - Vista colour study in random motion.
Conceptual exercise to combine landscape colours with a sense of movement in natures elements.
Artist Cat
May 2021
Acrylic on canvas: 20cm x 20cm
(8in x 8in)
Commissioned Artwork
Inspiration
Concept artwork for a children's book series.
Party Balloons Trio
March 2021
Acrylic set on canvas: 15cm x 50cm
(6in x 20in)
Commissioned Artwork
Inspiration
Living in Bristol, hot air balloons are a common sight during spring through summer.
This branded set is a concept for future commissions of hot air balloons with any logo or branding in mind for your personal, business or company design interiors.
Inward Scenics
February 2022
Acrylic set on canvas: 30cm x 95cm
(12in x 37in)
Original Canvas Set - (Available)
Inspiration
A series of three paintings exploring a representation of the environment from inside.
Inward Scenic 1
January 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 30cm x 30cm
(12in x 12in)
Inspiration
Part 1 from a set of three paintings inspired by the world around us.
Conceptual Exercise looking inward or perhaps zooming in to a partial landscape, be it in dreams or reality.
Inward Scenic 2
January 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 30cm x 30cm
(12in x 12in)
Inspiration
Part 2 from a set of three paintings inspired by the world around us.
Conceptual Exercise looking inward or perhaps zooming in to a partial landscape, be it in dreams or reality.
Inward Scenic 3
January 2022
Acrylic on canvas: 30cm x 30cm
(12in x 12in)
Inspiration
Part 3 from a set of three paintings inspired by the world around us.
Conceptual Exercise looking inward or perhaps zooming in to a partial landscape, be it in dreams or reality.
Los Angeles Skyline
December 2021
Acrylic on canvas: 70cm x 100cm
(28in x 39in)
Commissioned Artwork
Inspiration
Based on a visit to the Griffith observatory in the Hollywood hills, over-looking the ocean and city of Los Angeles.
The mixing of a dense urban landscape at the forefront of a vast open ocean and skyline makes for a beautiful and reflective view.
Park Street Sunset
July 2021
Acrylic on canvas: 25cm x 25cm
(10in x 10in)
Original Canvas - (Sold)
High resolution framed/unframed print available in Catalogue
Inspiration
Capturing an autumnal sunset on Park Street, Bristol.
Taking a moment out from the hustle of city life is something to be savoured... All too quickly the moment can be lost to urban lifestyle.
Harbour Tranquility
April 2021
Acrylic on canvas: 25cm x 25cm
(10in x 10in)
Original Canvas - (Sold)
High resolution print available in Catalogue
Inspiration
One of my wife's favourite views of Bristol City as we slowly walked, taking in the view.
A mix of cityscape and harbour, combining city life with nature. A bridging of two worlds in the gap.
Canal Boat Reflections
February 2021
Acrylic on canvas: 30cm x 30cm
(12in x 12in)
Original Canvas - (Sold)
High resolution print available in Catalogue
Inspiration
An afternoon walk at Baltic Wharf. A favourite spot by the waterside in Bristol.
A vibrant depiction of summer serenity, the reflections of the water and the stillness of the tree branching out to the canal boat.
©Mathew Lee Art - 2025
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