Samantha Lesley - Abstract Painter

Painting in progress.

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:09:28 +0100

Painting in progress.

First layer of my new painting, not sure what to think of it.

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:37:41 +0100

First layer of my new painting, not sure what to think of it.

Photo

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:11:45 +0100

First...

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:45:47 +0100

Layer on my new painting is finished :)

When I like to paint...

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:42:51 +0100

“I like to scrape then re scrape the paint across the canvas”.

Gerhard Richter work sells for $37m, setting new record for living artist

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:41:02 +0100

Gerhard Richter work sells for $37m, setting new record for living artist:

German artist’s painting Domplatz, Mailand beats Richter’s own record at Sotheby’s in New York but no bid for a Jeff Koons work

tarikdaoudi: 12” x 16”

Thu, 09 May 2013 21:27:57 +0100

tarikdaoudi:

12” x 16”

tarikdaoudi: 16” x 20”

Wed, 01 May 2013 10:14:43 +0100

tarikdaoudi:

16” x 20”

Photo

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:21:14 +0100

abstract-dimension: X (by marcorossi art)

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:48:31 +0100

abstract-dimension:

X (by marcorossi art)

Art Work For Sale | Facebook

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:39:10 +0100

Art Work For Sale | Facebook:

Selling a few of my paintings :) Take a look.

Conversations In Abstract - Marianna Michael Interviews Artist Samantha Lesley

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 06:58:00 +0100

As Roy Lichtenstein put it, “Everybody knows that abstract art can be art, and most people know that they may not like it, even if they understand there’s another purpose to it.” Abstract art is visual, and with Samantha’s work, you can approach her visually compelling work, full of colour and texture, with little apprehension.

London born, abstract artist Samantha Lesley emerged from humble beginnings, “I enjoyed finger painting and painting by numbers which was my favorite”. A dream which looks like it has become a reality for this London based artist.

In the midst of her Fine Art degree at Middlesex University, she discovered more than just her artistic style, “I discovered Gerhard Richter during my studies at University and really grew to like his work. It wasn’t just his work which I loved; it was the way he used the paint on a giant canvas, and a huge squeegee to create such amazing abstracts.” Following on from University, her art has flourished.

“Nature, colour, mood. Three of my main big influences which have a big part of my everyday life” and with such works entitled Snow, Ice and Into The Woods, she expresses her inspirations through using “Acrylic, tried oil once before but couldn’t get on with it. When painting I never use brushes, as they don’t drag the paint against the canvas”. Her ability to create paintings which are often organic, with occasional linear aspects and with colour being essential, her works create a visual statement.

“The most difficult part of being an artist is trying to find the best way to market my work.”. For any budding artist, getting yourself known is always difficult, but with an exhibition list which is swiftly growing, she is certainly on the right path. Having had her work displayed around some of London’s artistic spaces including, The Vyner Street Gallery, The Iconic Truman Brewery on Brick Lane, The Hackney Downs Studios, SPACE art Gallery in North London, among other venues. “I have sold a few of my paintings; I was also selected for a newly established art gallery for a local artist’s exhibition.”

Accustomed to the use of social media, she often surprises her followers with photos of her work in progress, giving her audience an insight into her creative world and the ability to appreciate the time and effort that goes into her work. Documenting the various layers, the build up of a masterpiece, almost dissecting her work. You willingly wait for the finished canvas.

As an artist, it’s important to have other outlets. “I love going out and exploring new places. I like to visit art galleries and to go to private views as well as going shopping and going out clubbing.”

And her next steps? “I would like to have my own studio and to do many more exhibitions as I like to show my paintings to the public.” She further wishes to “inspire other practicing artists and students and my audience.”

How to find Samantha and her canvases :

Blog - www.sammieartwork.blogspot.com

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/slesleyartist?bookmark_t=page

Tumblr - http://sammieartwork.tumblr.com/

Twitter - @Samantha_Artist

City By Night 2011

Marianna Michael, London: CONVERSATIONS IN ABSTRACT - Marianna Michael interviews artist Samantha Lesley

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 23:15:27 +0100

Marianna Michael, London: CONVERSATIONS IN ABSTRACT - Marianna Michael interviews artist Samantha Lesley:

mariannamic:

As Roy Lichtenstein put it, “Everybody knows that abstract art can be art, and most people know that they may not like it, even if they understand there’s another purpose to it.” Abstract art is visual, and with Samantha’s work, you can approach her visually compelling work, full of colour and…

:D

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:47:00 +0100

Will be posting something really exciting soon :) Keep an eye out!

Here it is!

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:04:57 +0100

Here it is!

david-fredrik: “Stern #3” by David Fredrik Moussallem Limited...

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 09:44:54 +0100

david-fredrik:

“Stern #3” by David Fredrik Moussallem

Limited edition print

www.davidfredrik.com

:)

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:40:35 +0100

Thank you all for following me. Now have 100 followers :) I hope you all enjoy my posts!

Follow me on Twitter: @Samantha_Artist

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:05:22 +0100

Follow me on Twitter: @Samantha_Artist

Preview! Acrylic on canvas - Painting in progress.

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:55:46 +0100

Preview! Acrylic on canvas - Painting in progress.

More photos of Trapped.

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 10:19:01 +0100

More photos of Trapped.