Sarah J Cooper

Brave and bold; sea and landscapes. Capturing nature’s elements, its extremes of light and dark, its stillness and ferocity. Hope just on the horizon.

For me, creating seascapes is a way of communicating not just what I see, but what is felt whilst standing confronted with the strength and power of nature. My work is created from occasional sketches (en plein air) and written notes, but mostly through memory and the continual observation of my surroundings and experiences.

The art pieces themselves are created using oil paint . I prefer to use palette knives to apply the oils in varying consistencies, gradually building up initial layers before adding the final thick swipes of paint, which add drama and lush texture. When in the moment, paint is often simply applied or blended with my hands to add movement and capture the immediacy of the subject. Hope just on the horizon.

Studio visits

My studio will be open 11am – 5pm for visits on the following days:

Saturday 2nd May
Sunday 3rd May
Monday 4th May
Saturday 9th May
Sunday 10th May

About my studio

The studio is in the centre of Hope Village, directly across from St Peter’s Church and just along from the Spar Convenience Store (heading toward the Old Hall Pub)