Saturday, October 3, 2009

Lawrie Williamson Artist




We were pleased to receive paintings in the gallery this week from artist Lawrie Williamson, a mix of original paintings, sketches and limited edition prints.

We are delighted to be able to show the work of this outstanding and highly respected artist on an ongoing basis at the gallery.

"Few if any, handle the medium of oil painting as well as Lawrie Williamson" - Brian Sewell – Broadcaster and Art Critic of the Year

Lawrie Williamson original oil on canvas

Born in 1932, Williamson became a 'Major Exhibitioner' at the age of 16 and then continued to Nottingham College of Art, University of Nottingham and L'ecole des Beaux Arts.
Limited edition prints by Lawrie Williamson, Revelation and Two Glasses, both from editions of 75 and including an original remarque/sketch.

Williamson established himself by painting memories of Nottingham and Derbyshire in the 1940's and 1950's. As well as studying at Beaux-Arts Paris with Arthur Spooner he also sketched with L.S. Lowry. He later moved to Ireland and has been painting local Irish scapes and figurative paintings the style of which is unique to him and instantly recognisable.

Winner of both 'Stanley Grimm' and 'Cornellison' prizes at the annual exhibition of The Royal Institute of Oil Painters his paintings are sought after by Major Institutions and Collectors worldwide. Lawrie says: " I paint the first thing God made – Light "
Original pencil sketch by Lawrie Williamson

For prices and any informaton regarding this artist please contact the gallery 01257 451121 or email sales@hepplestonefineart.com
Available works can be viewed on our web site or by clicking on the images - http://www.hepplestonefineart.com/

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