Why Artists Work When No One Is Watching
April 13, 2026
People sometimes talk about success in art as though it happens suddenly. An artist appears. A painting gains attention. An...
Why the Human Face Keeps Appearing in My Paintings
March 23, 2026
On abstraction, emotion and the strange power of the human face There are countless subjects an artist can paint. Landscapes.Still...
Continuing Anyway: The Reality of Rejection as an Artist
March 19, 2026
Cancelled opportunities, persistence and the unseen road of an artist Recently I received the news that an exhibition I had...
Being an Artist Is Hard Work: The Reality Behind the Stereotype
March 15, 2026
I was recently meeting my web designer to talk through changes to my website. He also happens to be part-owner...
Why I Paint Abstract Portraits: Exploring Emotion Through Structure
March 7, 2026
My work has evolved from political stencil art into a series of abstract portrait paintings exploring the emotions we often...
Why Selling Your Art Online Feels Uncomfortable (And Why It Matters)
February 17, 2026
The Myth That Art Sells Itself There’s a quiet myth in the art world that if the work is strong...
Not Every Storm Is Loud: A New Abstract Portrait
February 9, 2026
Some storms arrive loudly. They disrupt, demand attention and leave visible damage behind. Others build slowly and exist beneath the...
Conor Harrington Pallium London Exhibition Visit
January 27, 2026
Yesterday I took a trip to London, primarily to visit one exhibition that had been on my radar for some...
You Don’t Need to Sell Art to Call Yourself an Artist
January 25, 2026
At the start of this week, I met up with a fellow artist. We were talking about the usual things...
Why I Built a Garden Art Studio
January 16, 2026
In 2025, I made a big change and built a garden art studio at the bottom of my garden. Earlier...
Triple Trouble at Newport Street Gallery: A Day in London
October 10, 2025
Yesterday was a great day one that included a visit to the Newport Street Gallery Triple Trouble exhibition in London.”...
Finishing Artwork on Your Terms: Why Rushing the Process Undermines Your Growth
June 24, 2025
The Temptation to Say “That’ll Do” Yesterday, I had a conversation with a fellow artist that stayed with me. It...
Strength from Within: How to Sell Art Internationally with Patience and Persistence
June 18, 2025
The Story Behind Strength from Within Back in 2024, I created a 100cm × 100cm acrylic painting titled Strength from...
Art vs Algorithms: What AI Art Means for Human Artists
June 6, 2025
AI Art vs Human Art: A New Creative Frontier Artificial Intelligence is no longer something abstract or futuristic. It’s already...
Social Media for Artists: A Double-Edged Brush in a Content-Driven World
May 30, 2025
Social media has become more than just a tool for artists. It’s a gallery, a shop window, a networking space...
Artists Should Never Give Up: Why Persistence and Self-Belief Matter
May 23, 2025
Last week, during a conversation about being an artist, someone asked me a question that stopped me in my tracks:...
Vanity Galleries: Exposure, Exploitation, or Something In Between?
May 13, 2025
The art world is shifting — but not always in ways that favour artists. One of the more visible changes...
Brain Fog: Navigating the Mental Maze Through Abstract Portraiture
April 24, 2025
A New Painting, A Continuing Dialogue I’m pleased to share my latest painting, Brain Fog — an acrylic work that...
Fame, Art & Authenticity: Robbie Williams and the Rise of Celebrity Artists
April 21, 2025
Another Pop Icon Enters the Art Scene On April 25th, 2025, the Moco Museum London will open its doors to...
Acrylic Paint vs Oil Paint: Why I Choose Speed, Versatility, and Innovation
April 7, 2025
When it comes to painting, two mediums tend to dominate the conversation: acrylic and oil. Over the years, I’ve explored...
Graffiti Rebel 10Foot Takes Over The Big Issue – And London’s Art Scene
March 21, 2025
For a long time, I didn’t really get graffiti tagging. I appreciated the skill behind graffiti more broadly, and I’ve...
It’s Time to ‘Shine’ – A Group Exhibition, Cambridge
February 12, 2025
Art has always been about the unknown. Whether it’s the process of making the work or what happens once it...
My Art Studio Is Now Fully Operational
January 31, 2025
Back in August 2024, I stepped into a new chapter in my creative journey. Alongside two other creatives, I became...
Tim Fowler’s Vibrant Exhibition ‘The Ground’ – Leicester
January 19, 2025
I’ve been following Tim Fowler’s work for around 15 years. The first time I came across his artwork, it was...
Solo Exhibition at BOXPARK, Shoreditch, London
October 6, 2024
Social media and I have a love–hate relationship. As an artist, I fully appreciate how it allows me to showcase...
‘PAINtings’ Solo Exhibition: The Art, The Journey, The Impact
April 19, 2023
Back in November 2022, I had a meeting that would eventually lead to one of the most significant exhibitions of...
