The Yorkshire Artists You Need To Know
These are the artists you need to know right now
Vicki Davidson
From the heart of North Yorkshire, Vicki Davidson depicts animals, portraits and landscapes in bold contrasts using a variety of mediums including oil, pastel, acrylic, watercolour and charcoal. Her artwork, which has now attracted customers from around the world, brought hope in lockdown. She paints portraits as well as animals and landscapes, but we have a fondness for her collection of hares. Find out more about Vicki at livingnorth.com.
vickidavidson.com
Fiona Odle
Abstract artist Fiona grew up beside the River Nidd in Knaresborough where she now runs her studio (Briggate Art). Fiona’s abstract art works feature acrylics and she plays with colour, texture and materiality to transform landscapes in the Yorkshire Dales and beyond. She has displayed her work at the Tower of London, Stonehenge and York Minster, and has also exhibited in a number of galleries and at festivals including Mercer Gallery and North Yorkshire Open Studios.
fionaodle.com
Sue Wood
Inspired by her childhood growing up on a dairy farm in North Yorkshire, Sue ‘draws with wool’, creating animal and bird-inspired artworks with depth and texture, layering with botanically printed fabrics. Her seascapes, vessels, wall hangings and wire sculptures explore multiple textile techniques.
suewoodartist.co.uk
Lisa House
Northern artist Lisa House has been painting for more than 30 years, developing her unique style, and she’s inspired by her surroundings, nature, birds and animals. Her still-life paintings combine inanimate objects with birds and animals, and her mixed-media techniques and use of fabrics are recognisably hers. Don’t miss the chance to see some of Lisa’s paintings in her upcoming exhibition, New Horizons, at The Station in Richmond. This summer, she’ll be gathering inspiration from Barcelona, and she’s also open to community-based projects, mural opportunities and commissions.
lisahouseartist.co.uk
I See Collections
Angela, with the brand i see collections, adds intricate details to her unique artwork, from landscapes to animals and hand-painted glassware. She’s heavily inspired by the Yorkshire coast and countryside and we love her intricately-painted flowers.
iseecollections.com
Luke Horton
Luke’s quirky and humorous artwork makes people smile with Yorkshire slang and witty sayings. He opened his shop in Sheffield in 2022 where he sells all of his work from originals to merchandise such as cards and apparel. He also creates personalised artwork.
lukehortonart.co.uk
Nel Whatmore
For over three decades, Nel Whatmore has been a professional artist. She works from her studio at The Twisting Studios at Sunny Bank Mills. Her beautiful paintings focus on water, skies and florals, and Nel is also a keen gardener. A regular exhibitor at RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Nel sells original paintings, prints and a range of artistic gifts (lampshades, placemats, puzzles and scarves).
nelwhatmore.com
Rachel Grace
From her garden studio near the Yorkshire Dales, Rachel Grace is a coloured pencil artist who creates homeware and stationery as well as custom pet and wildlife portraits. She finds much of her inspiration in the British countryside and slow, seasonal living. Before becoming a professional artist, Rachel taught in secondary schools, and now uses that experience to guide others through her online art course and in-person workshops. She also partners with local companies and uses eco-friendly packaging.
rachelgrace.art
Jane Dennis
Jane Dennis creates quirky and colourful ceramics, glass and fine art, specialising in unique designs to complement your home. Her ceramic fruits range has a contemporary feel and Jane enjoys creating handcrafted artwork. You can find her creations in stockists such as Fleece in Reeth, Heather & Grouse in Askrigg and Teal Heart Gallery in Bedale.
janedennis.net
Angela Weir
Scarborough artist Angela Weir is the creative talent behind The Hedgerow Artist, which originally launched on Folksy before she joined an art collective at the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough. The majority of Angela’s creations are inspired by British wildlife and she experiments with traditional methods such as oil and acrylic by using digital painting. She sometimes uses scrap pieces of wood as a canvas. As well as portraying animals in traditional poses, she sells cute cards such as Yorkshire puffins in ganseys or hares in jumpers. Find out more about Angela here.
thehedgerowartist.com
