ABOUT DAVID LLOYD COLLINS

"From an early age, I was captivated by the beauty of the British countryside and the extraordinary wildlife that inhabits it."

"School presented its own challenges, and I learned to read later by teaching myself in my own way.

Nonetheless, those early experiences revealed an unexpected gift: a vivid ability to visualise scenes and images in my mind."

It gave me that real push to try and become an artist. I took night classes, life drawing, and worked towards my O-level and A-level exams. And with the portfolio I built, I got into a full-time art course.

After my first full-time art course, I knew I wanted to keep learning, keep pushing. So I moved to Bournemouth for a second full-time course. It was an exciting time, with new ideas, new techniques, inspiring tutors who pushed me to see in different ways and during that time, I was offered the chance to be tested for dyslexia. Until then, I had no idea. Getting that diagnosis answered so many questions. And honestly, it became one of my strengths.

The way I think visually, imagine scenes in my head, and approach creativity, it's just part of who I am. Looking back, it didn't hold me back. It helped me understand myself and embrace the way that I create. And it gave me even more confidence to follow my own artistic path that I could never of imagined.

"That imagination combined with countless hours exploring nature, became the foundation of my artistic journey." "Every painting I create begins as a vision, evolving into textured brushstrokes that capture the spirit, character, and emotion of the natural world." "My aim is to create timeless works of art that allow collectors to bring a lasting connection to nature into their homes."