Garth Bayley

Garth is a full-time artist based in Stokesley, North Yorkshire where he is inspired by nature, wildlife and his local area. His work is big, bold, colourful and full of movement. He works across a range of themes in an expressionistic style working mainly in traditional oil on canvas, but occasionally using water-based oils, charcoal and pastels. He also enjoys working with clay and wire.

His studio is based in the country so he sometimes enjoys plein air, immersing himself in the landscape (sometimes in the snow) as a good way to capture the spirit of the place.

Garth moved to the UK from South Africa and is influenced by the seasons: his paintings are darker and more atmospheric in the winter and vibrant in the summer.

© Garth Bayley