Michael Alford Interior Paintings

British, b. 1958

Artist Biography Michael Alford is an established British artist whose works have featured in prominent prizes and exhibitions throughout the UK, and who has twice been appointed war artist to the British Military. Inspired by extensive travel, he composes representations of diverse landscapes and intriguing figures whilst simultaneously fusing classical techniques with a sharp, modern sensibility. Alford's overall aesthetic captures sensitive intricacy and luminous clarity. After returning, he chose to study art at the Slade School and the Chelsea School of Art. Diverse Landscape Alford's varied body of work reflects his interest in many types of painting. He is well known for powerful cityscapes of contemporary urban centres —especially London—and for landscapes that capture diverse geographies through the eyes of a passionate traveller. His paintings of figures, clothed and nude, are sought after for their combination of fine draughtsmanship, acute observation and sense of drama. Military Honours for a traveller-painter Alford has been awarded prizes including the Green and Stone Oil Painting Prize, the Agnes Reeve Memorial Prize for best painting of London, and the Prima Luce Mural prize. Alford is a member of the Chelsea Arts Society. He has twice been appointed war artist to the British Military and was also commissioned by the military to produce artwork in Iraq in 2016. Style and Technique Michael is a figurative painter with an expressive classical style. He depicts scenes of contemporary life with an emphasis on urban subjects, landscapes and the human figure. His wide-ranging catalogue includes cityscapes, city scenes (captured moments in the life of the city), landscapes, beach- and seascapes, figure groups and nudes. His approach is distinguished by vigorous brushwork, skilled draftsmanship, bold handling of colour and a sensitive rendering of the interplay of shadow and light. Artist Statement “Painting for me is recapturing the experience of seeing, without being too literal-minded about what that experience is or means. My work always starts with direct observation of the visible world. It can be broad and sweeping, as in landscapes or cityscapes, or very close and intimate, as in figures, nudes or interiors. I often go out looking for subjects and return to the studio with sketches or drawings. These I use as a starting point for a process that turns raw observation—impressions—into something more abstract and evocative. The process often involves cutting out visual distractions and transient effects so that the resulting image has more power. Time acts as an important filter for me and so does physical distance between the initial sketch and the painting. Both help me distil the memory and pick out the essential forms. My overall aim is to communicate my experience of seeing, to convey—through the use of light and shadow and mood—some of the magic and mystery I feel when I look at the world.” – Michael Alford

Artist: Michael Alford

Michael AlfordOriginal Large London Impressionist Oil Painting Fortnum & Mason Restaurant Bar, 2019

$1,212

Original Large London Impressionist Oil Painting Fortnum & Mason Restaurant Bar

By Michael Alford

Located in Cirencester, GB

ARTIST: Michael Alford TITLE: "Fortnum & Mason Bar At The Royal Exchange London" MEDIUM: oil on board SIZE: 92cm x 67cm inclusive of frame CONDITION: very good NOTES:Michael A...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Michael Alford Interior Paintings

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Oil

Fernando BoteroThe Billiard Player oil on canvas painting, c.2000

$2,220

H 39.38 in W 31.89 in

The Billiard Player oil on canvas painting

By Fernando Botero

Located in Sitges, Barcelona

Title: The Billiard Player Artist: Anonymous Technique: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 39.4 x 31.9 in Period: c. 2000 Condition: Good Art Movement: Contemporary Figurativism, Neofiguratio...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Michael Alford Interior Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Arobieke TomiwaHeritage 5 - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, African Woman Hair, 2026

$450

H 12 in W 10 in D 1 in

Heritage 5 - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, African Woman Hair

By Arobieke Tomiwa

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery) About Artist Arobieke Tomiwa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Michael Alford Interior Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Wijnand DriessenEmpty chairs at empty tables - 21st Century contemporary realistic painting, 2025

$1,671

H 11.82 in W 8.27 in D 1.58 in

Empty chairs at empty tables - 21st Century contemporary realistic painting

By Wijnand Driessen

Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant

Wijnand Driessen (Dutch artist) Empty chairs at empty tables 30 x 21 cm (framed, included in price 38 x 29 cm) Oil paint on canvas Artist Wijnand Driessen lives and works in Eindhov...

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2010s Contemporary Michael Alford Interior Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

A.J. FriesStall Study, 2012

$1,400

H 10 in W 10 in

Stall Study

By A.J. Fries

Located in Buffalo, NY

A contemporary realist oil painting by American artist A.J. Fries. Artist’s Statement: My paintings are less about the images or scenes that they depict and more about my state o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Michael Alford Interior Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Wood

Arobieke TomiwaHeritage 9 - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, African Woman Hair, 2026

$450

H 12 in W 10 in D 1 in

Heritage 9 - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, African Woman Hair

By Arobieke Tomiwa

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Michael Alford Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Bruce AdamsPicture of People Sitting Before Painting - National Gallery, Washington DC, 2005

$10,000

H 24 in W 96 in

Picture of People Sitting Before Painting - National Gallery, Washington DC

By Bruce Adams

Located in Buffalo, NY

Bruce Adams is best known as a conceptually based figurative painter who references various (often historical) painting styles. In exploring the act of painting, Adams peels back the...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Michael Alford Interior Paintings

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Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

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