Meet the Artist
Raised in rural Yorkshire and trained as an architect in Leeds, my paintings explore place, memory and atmosphere, and how landscape shapes our experience of space.
I was born and raised in rural Yorkshire, where growing up in a small village in the 1970s gave me a strong awareness of place and its quiet tensions. After many years living and working as an architect in London, my art practice re-emerged following an unexpected return to my childhood home during the 2020 lockdown.
A Selection from My Portfolio
A small selection of recent paintings exploring atmosphere, landscape, and memory. Visit the full portfolio to see the complete body of work.
Paintings of Meaningful Places
Some places stay with us. Discover how to commission a painting inspired by a landscape, home, or building that holds personal meaning.
From landscapes and farm buildings to much-loved homes, a commissioned painting can capture the atmosphere of a place that holds meaning. Discover how the process works.
Awards
Winner of peoples favourite vote at Gargrave Art Exhibition 2023
The Gargrave Art Exhibition, running for over 50 years, is a well-established cultural event in the Yorkshire Dales village of Gargrave. In 2023, my painting Leaving Milner Field won the People’s Favourite Award, which led to an invitation to exhibit a collection of my work at the 2024 exhibition. Image courtesy of Gargrave Art Exhibition
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Look Gallery
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Look Gallery
"Look Gallery opened in 1978 and over the years has evolved into one of the finest art galleries in Yorkshire. We show a wonderful eclectic collection of work from all over the United Kingdom. The gallery is run by Hilary and her brilliant and friendly team; Pam, Marcia and Greg. Covering two floors you will find watercolours, oils, abstracts, sculpture, glasswork, ceramics, wood carving and a range of limited edition works from over 80 artists. Our artists are some of the finest in their field and chosen for their skill and originality. We are located in the beautiful market town of Helmsley on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors." (Information from the Look Gallery website)
my artwork at this gallery:
Originals only
start
20
Nov
2025
end
22
Feb
2026
past
event
Saltaire Art Gallery - Yorkshire Artists Winter Exhibition 2025
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Saltaire Art Gallery - Yorkshire Artists Winter Exhibition 2025
A curated exhibition of Yorkshire Artists work
Moonlight in the Garden
£400
contact name:
Hilary Grove
email:
lookgalleryhelmsley@gmail.com
phone number:
01439 770545
open hours:
Opening Hours: Mon-Tue: CLOSED • Wed-Sat: 11 AM - 1 PM | 2 PM - 4 PM • Sun: 2 PM - 4 PM.
location:
20 Castlegate, Helmsley, York YO62 5AB
my artwork at this event:
original painting
open hours:
Thursday - Sunday 11 am - 4 pm
location:
Saltaire Art Gallery. 13a Victoria Road, Saltaire, Shipley. BD18 3LQ
start
03
Jul
2025
end
23
Jul
2025
past
exhibition
2025 Leeds Summer Group Show
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2025 Leeds Summer Group Show
Exhibition featuring 70 artworks by 55 artists
my artwork at this exhibition:
Original paintings
open hours:
10am - 5 pm
location:
Leeds Palyhouse
start
10
Jul
2025
end
13
Jul
2025
past
event
Gargrave Art Exhibition 2025
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Gargrave Art Exhibition 2025
Anual exhibition displaying the work of local artists
my artwork at this event:
Original paintings
open hours:
10.00 am - 7.00 pm
location:
Gargrave Village Hall, Gargrave. BD23 3RD
start
09
Jul
2025
end
09
Jul
2025
past
event
Preview for Gargrave Art Exhibition 2025
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Preview for Gargrave Art Exhibition 2025
Preview evening for the 2025 Gargrave Art Exhibition
my artwork at this event:
Original artworks for sale
open hours:
6.30 pm - 9.00 pm
location:
Gargrave Village Hall, Gargrave. BD23 3RD
start
04
Jul
2024
end
07
Jul
2024
past
event
Gargrave Art Exhibition 2024
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Gargrave Art Exhibition 2024
Exhibition and sale of a selection of my original paintings, prints, cards etc
location:
Gargrave Village Hall
start
03
Jul
2024
end
03
Jul
2024
past
event
Preview for Gargrave Art Exhibition 2024
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Preview for Gargrave Art Exhibition 2024
Preview of Exhibition and sale of original paintings, prints and cards.
my artwork at this event:
Original artworks for sale
open hours:
6.30 pm - 9.00 pm
location:
Gargrave Village Hall
start
14
Jul
2023
end
17
Jul
2023
past
event
Gargrave Art Exhibition 2023
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Gargrave Art Exhibition 2023
My painting "Leaving Milner Field" was the winner of the public vote at Gargrave Art Exhibition 2023. I will have an exhibition of my work at the Gargrave Art Exhibition in June 2024
my artwork at this event:
Original artworks for sale
open hours:
6.30 pm - 9.00 pm
location:
Gargrave Village Hall
