Originally from Northern Beaches NSW, Australian based artist Steve Skinner creates an alluring balance of colour and texture in abstract form, drawing inspiration from the ocean, the surrounding landscape and the coastal sandy beaches.
Often using various medium he produces composition through an energetic process inspired by simplicity and explores the fundamentals of abstract, painting with the intent to enjoy the raw process, captivating his audience with therapeutic precision.
Living in the UK and travelling around the world for 10 years, Steve found easy inspiration in the expressive art scenes, drawing from such influences as Miro, Monet, Dali, Picasso and Richter. He is self-taught, with a passion for creating. Ever evolving, and learning. With spontaneous style, approach and precise use of colour, Steve produces diverse and dynamic canvases.
Now married with two young children, he is passing on his knowledge and skills to them, enjoying the opportunity to be present and just have fun, as painting is meant to be.
“Painting for me is a way to express my love of creativity. Everyone’s so busy these days,I find that taking time out to paint helps ground me and I get really excited when it all comes together. The alchemy of starting from a blank canvas, to watching the process of transformation into something unique and individual is so rewarding. Especially if it is for a client and their home. I love it and feel very lucky to have this passion that brings joy to people.”