Oil Painting

The paintings of Sarah Williams are rooted in personal narratives.  The exquisite painting conceptually appears with textural marks and shapes, to construct a visual realm that seamlessly blends abstract and figurative elements. The aim is to elicit a nuanced emotional response; allowing viewers to interpret and connect individually with the expressive tapestry.  Employing a diverse array of materials, including encaustic, enamels, and spray paint. The primary focus revolves around the meticulous use of oils on stretched canvases.

Relocating to the picturesque Yorkshire Wolds has ignited a newfound passion for nature, accentuated by the mesmerising dawn chorus echoing daily. Observing the northern colours, marks, and silhouettes of the surrounding environment, along with its ever-changing nuances throughout the UK seasons, has become a captivating source of inspiration.

This collection of paintings for Dark Matters, aims to capture and showcase nature’s intrinsic beauty, placing these natural wonders as an unobstructed centrepiece in the painting – abstracted and free from the distractions of their surroundings.

Graduating with distinction from Norwich Art School in 1984 with a first-class BA Honours degree in fine art, Sarah received the prestigious Stowell’s Trophy Award at The Royal Academy. This success granted an unconditional place for an MA in painting at the Royal Academy, paving the way for exhibitions spanning England and Switzerland, where a studio was with the esteemed Kurt Rup.