
Steph Trethowan
I’m a contemporary artist based in the Midlands in the UK. I paint in oil and am drawn to using line and colour to convey my relationship to my subject. My work is influenced by post impressionism, in particular expressionism and cubism. My subjects are varied, but often drawn from the natural world. My work has been shaped and influenced by artists such as Matisse, Kirschner and Vlaminck… (read more)
Welcome to my Gallery
I hope you enjoy looking at my gallery. For me painting is both a source of joy and vehicle for emotional expression. I rarely paint using conventional perspective or realistic colour, preferring instead to abstract aspects of what I observe with the intention of reflecting inner experience of my subject. Locations that particularly inspire me include the UK coastline, Derbyshire, the South Downs of Sussex, where I grew up, and the urban and rural settings near my home.
Browse my Collection
A selection of my work through to my most recent paintings.
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Spring in my Step
Recent Work