Profile
The work of Andrew Holmes can best be described as Modern
British Realism. His breathtaking Venetian scenes and distinctive
still lives invite us to take a second look at some of the familiar
elements of modern life and explore them from a new perspective.
Hispersonal view of Venice is one where architectural detail takes
centre stage, and his still lives spurn the conventional glassware
and bowls of fruit in favour of items found on the 21st century
kitchen table.
Born in Kent on 1959, Andrew obtained a degree from the faculty of
Art and Design in Cornwall. He went on to build a highly successful
career in design and illustration, and his work was in demand all
over the world. While professionally he was using his creativity to
achieve a formidable reputation, Andrew was always interested in
the idea of exploring his potential as a fine artist, and when he saw
the response to his work he decided to explore this side of his talent
more fully.
Andrew has been profoundly influenced by the Barbizon School, a
group of painters in 19th century France who in their turn came
under the influence of John Constable. In the face of Constable's
realistic scenes, these artists abandoned formalism and moved
towards painting directly from nature, rather than using reality as a
mere backdrop to more dramatic scenes.
Andrew now lives in West London. He has undertaken an impressive
array of high profile commissions for corporations and private
individuals all over the world. His work has appeared on television
and in a broad range of media. Following on from his considerable
international success his high-impact original paintings have been
launched onto the UK art scene to great acclaim.
