About
James Stephenson
James Stephenson is a British artist based in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire. His seascape paintings explore open water, changing light and the meeting of sea and sky.
He works in acrylic on canvas, combining broad areas of colour with textured strokes and visible layers of paint.
Artist statement
I see each painting as a window onto a water world of change, guided by nature and seen through a lens of colour.
I’m drawn to calm, irregularity and asymmetry, and to the beauty of raw, weathered surfaces. I value simplicity and naturalness, with room for unexpected marks, mystery and depth.
Background
Born in High Wycombe in 1991, James studied industrial design at Loughborough University. He has English–Italian heritage and now lives and works in Lancashire.
His wider practice includes stone sculpture. The two bodies of work are presented separately, with STEPHENSON / SEA dedicated to his paintings. His sculpture can be explored at stephenson.studio.
Owning a painting
The paintings in the current collection are original acrylic works on canvas. Each is signed and supplied framed, ready to hang, with a certificate of authenticity.
Individual artwork pages provide dimensions, availability and purchase details. For enquiries about a painting, please get in touch. Delivery arrangements are confirmed before purchase.