Artist in Focus - Getting to know Les Matthews

Les Matthews is a world renowned artist, based in the south west of the United Kingdom. 
During a professional career that spans four decades he has been exhibited both in the UK and internationally. 
His highly sought after paintings are prominently featured in many private and public collections throughout the world.

Mainly, a cityscape painter, his work explores cities around the world: From the far east to the middle east, from Europe to the United States. Although versatile in his use of mediums, his main output is through his use of oil paint, using exquisite layered detail, a technique reminiscent of the renaissance. Just some of the knowledge gained through his extensive training at the Royal College of Art and whilst studying to be a restorer at the National Gallery London, UK.

Celebrating the creativity and Artistic community of Wales and Cardiff, Les has created an exclusive painting of Cardiff Bay for Blackwater Gallery. Painted in Oil on Canvas, this contemporary cityscape features all of the fantastic tourist spots of Cardiff Bay including The Millennium Centre, known for its theatre performances and being a centre of the Arts in Wales. The National Assembly for Wales 'The Senedd', and the main building for democracy and devolution in Wales is also featured. We also see The Pierhead Building, this monument is a grade 1 listed building and is one of Cardiff's most familiar landmarks as it regularly appears in the background of BBC Wales Today.

These stunning features combined with Les Matthews iconic style, utilising a vibrant colour palette and his statement geometric forms make this painting a truly spectacular representation of Cardiff Bay. 

Live in Cardiff or have a love for Wales and the city? Cardiff Bay by Les Matthews is available now, contact us to enquire about pricing.

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