Born in England, Simon Ledson spent much of his childhood living throughout Africa before returning to the UK to study fine art, design and Illustration. Since 1985 he has worked as a full-time artist, curator and as both an interior and graphic designer.
As a keen surfer, Ledson considers his work to serve as an investigation into the ways in which the rhythm of the ocean physically connects with his body — it deals with ideas such as the distortion of vision and changing perspectives with regard to his movement through both the water and the changing light of day.
Ledson's paintings emphasize the simplicity of form and the interaction between light, tone, texture and emotion. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, these paintings are a study of low light observation capturing the atmospheric mood and still moments of the early morning, with just enough sunlight to show a trace of the landscape. The works document a personal journey as well as an ongoing search affected by sleep deprivation which further distorts the interplay of night and day. These landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what Ledson sees as a mere reflection of light on a surface; the reality of reflection. The initial stage of each landscape is sketched straight onto primed canvases on location, either in oil or charcoal, before being finished in the studio.
Since 2008 Ledson has exhibited continuously throughout England as well in Thailand. The artist has enjoyed multiple residences in England and Spain, has won multiple awards including the Quartz Art Festival's "Public Choice" award in 2010, and undertook a series of international commissions between 2006 and 2018.
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Bent Wind - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Escaping Edge- contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
$2,478
You can See - contemporary seascape semi-abstract palm tree mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Beyond - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Calm Calling- contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Broken Burst- contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Pink Passing- contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Sudden Change - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Winter Fades - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Levelling - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Amber Adrift - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Adrift - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Above and Below - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Beneath - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Come Winter - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
$775
H 24 in W 24 in
My Favorite Blow In The Winds, Red Floral Soft Neutral Contemporary Textured Art
By Amber Goldhammer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Amber Goldhammer paints floral abstract compositions in acrylic and mixed media on canvas featuring energetic brushstrokes. Goldhammer uses her contemporary painti...
Canvas, Latex, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Ink, Oil
$4,300
H 35 in W 58 in
Soft Skies - Original Abstract Oceanscape Painting on Canvas with Gold Leaf
By Charlotte Elizabeth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Elizabeth has been working with paint professionally for over fifteen years. Elizabeth’s training in theatre design preceded a busy career as a Theatrical Scenic Artist in ...
Gold Leaf
$2,625
H 29 in W 29 in
Gentle Shores - Original Abstract Oceanscape Painting on Canvas with Gold Leaf
By Charlotte Elizabeth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Elizabeth has been working with paint professionally for over fifteen years. Elizabeth’s training in theatre design preceded a busy career as a Theatrical Scenic Artist in ...
Gold Leaf
$6,100
H 49 in W 67 in
Whisper - Large Scale Original Pastel Tone Oceanscape Sunset Painting on Canvas
By Charlotte Elizabeth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Elizabeth has been working with paint professionally for over fifteen years. Elizabeth’s training in theatre design preceded a busy career as a Theatrical Scenic Artist in ...
Gold Leaf
L.A. Aerial #6: Contemporary Mixed Media Painting on Canvas
By Pete Kasprzak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pete Kasprzak’s passion for city life is expressed in his dynamic urban artworks. Kasprzak’s artworks express energy and life with animated brush strokes. He adds dynamic movement an...
Gesso, Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
$8,100
H 47 in W 100 in
A Kinder Sea (Triptych) - Large Ocean Inspired Painting on Canvas
By Charlotte Elizabeth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Elizabeth has been working with paint professionally for over fifteen years. Elizabeth’s training in theatre design preceded a busy career as a Theatrical Scenic Artist in ...
Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
$1,200
H 36 in W 48 in
La Brea Sunset Aerial - Mixed Media Landscape Painting Original Artwork
By Pete Kasprzak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pete Kasprzak’s passion for city night life is expressed in his vibrant urban artworks. Kasprzak’s artworks express energy and life with animated brush strokes, capturing the energy ...
Gesso, Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
$5,400
H 39 in W 70 in
Sail Away - Original Large Scale Oceanscape Painting on Canvas with Gold Leaf
By Charlotte Elizabeth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Elizabeth has been working with paint professionally for over fifteen years. Elizabeth’s training in theatre design preceded a busy career as a Theatrical Scenic Artist in ...
Gold Leaf
$6,100
H 67 in W 49 in
Sea Meets the Sky - Large Scale Original Moody Oceanscape Painting on Canvas
By Charlotte Elizabeth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Elizabeth has been working with paint professionally for over fifteen years. Elizabeth’s training in theatre design preceded a busy career as a Theatrical Scenic Artist in ...
Gold Leaf
$4,000
H 45 in W 45 in
Faraway - Large Outer Space Earth Moon Stars Universe Black Gold Blue Painting
By Charlotte Elizabeth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Elizabeth has been working with paint professionally for over fifteen years. Elizabeth’s training in theatre design preceded a busy career as a Theatrical Scenic Artist in ...
Gold Leaf
$2,800
H 36 in W 72 in
Statue of Liberty - Large New York City Artwork Landscape Contemporary Original
By Pete Kasprzak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pete Kasprzak’s passion for city life is expressed in his dynamic urban artworks. Kasprzak’s artworks express energy and life with animated brush strokes. He adds dynamic movement an...
Gesso, Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
$1,700
H 54 in W 36 in
Santa Barbara 3 Palms - Original Sunset Colorful Tropical Mixed Media Painting
By Pete Kasprzak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pete Kasprzak’s passion for city life is expressed in his dynamic urban artworks. Kasprzak’s artworks express energy and life with animated brush strokes. He adds dynamic movement an...
Gesso, Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Sold
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 1.58 in
Windswept - contemporary semi-abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon’s landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on a surface, the reality of reflection. As a collection of Somerset landscapes, thes...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil