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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Wave After Wane - contemporary abstract blue grey surf seascape oil canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon Ledson is a surfer, artist and graphic designer whose work is an experiment that investigates the way the rhythm of the ocean connects with the artist’s body and charts the imp...
Oil, Canvas
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
The Sense - contemporary landscape abstract bright mixed media canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
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
$4,646
The Point TanTan - R - contemporary abstract seascape wave blue red oil 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, Oil
$2,869
Turning Unease - contemporary abstract blue and grey surf seascape oil canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon Ledson is a surfer, artist and graphic designer whose work is an experiment that investigates the way the rhythm of the ocean connects with the artist’s body and charts the imp...
Oil, Canvas
Red Right - contemporary abstract landscape red mixed media canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
$4,919
CARVEline - contemporary abstract landscape bright yellow mixed media canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
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
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
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
Stitches - contemporary landscape abstract green mixed media canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
$2,459
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
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
Morning Heat - contemporary abstract palm tree landscape mixed media canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
Powerless Move - contemporary landscape abstract mixed media painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Off the Point - contemporary abstract landscape mixed media canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
$2,869
Haunting Shapes - contemporary abstract blue and grey surf seascape oil canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon is a surfer, artist and graphic designer whose work is an experiment that investigates the way the rhythm of the ocean connects with the artist’s body and charts the impact of ...
Oil, Canvas
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
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
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
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
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
Kabalana-R - contemporary abstract blue and grey seascape oil canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Oil
$7,800
H 45 in W 45 in D 1.5 in
Abstract Landscape Mixed Media Canvas Painting 45x45" The clarity of a shore
By Irena Orlov
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of a kind Mixed Medium on Canvas Artwork: Original abstract mixed media work on canvas, which combines new media - digital original hand painting, printed on canvas, then hand p...
Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Mixed Media
$20,000
H 44 in W 80 in D 1.5 in
"Break" Original Painting by Hiroshi Sato, Vibrant Landscape
Located in Denver, CO
Hiroshi Sato's "Break," completed in 2024, is a striking oil on canvas painting measuring 44 x 80 inches (111.76 x 203.20 cm). This original artwork features a vibrant urban landscap...
Canvas, Oil
$3,050
H 60 in W 40 in
In The Presence of Fragrant Bliss - Abstract Landscape Mixed Media Art on Canvas
By Amber Goldhammer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Amber Goldhammer paints dramatic abstract compositions in acrylic on canvas featuring energetic brushstrokes. Goldhammer uses her contemporary paintings to express...
Canvas, Latex, Ink, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
$8,200
H 56 in W 38 in D 1.5 in
Chicago Cityscape Mixed Media Painting on Canvas 38 x 56"
By Irena Orlov
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of a kind Mixed Medium on Canvas Artwork: Original abstract mixed media work on canvas, which combines new media - digital original hand painting, printed on canvas, then hand painted with acrylic, 3D painting, ink, acrylic gels, texturing mediums, and varnishes over-painting. This body of work focuses on a combination of texture, color, and composition. Each piece is manipulated with a unique surface finish of textures. Irena Orlov’s artwork begins spontaneously and gives expression to personal creativity and insight. Each piece is unique in design. SPECIFICATIONS: - Fine art canvas - Professionally hand stretched over 1 ½" deep wood stretched bars. - Gallery wrapped in sustainable FSC certified wood. - Wire Installed. The edges are painted so there is no need for additional framing. The artwork is ready for display. Artist Irena Orlov. Signed. Certificate for authenticity. About an Artist: Irena Orlov is a Los Angeles-based contemporary multidisciplinary visual artist whose work uses a combination of both traditional and new media. In a blending of traditional and new media, Irena Orlov developed special techniques which continue to give her art a unique look and aesthetic. While the majority of her works are done with mixed media, she also creates with acrylic, oil, pastel, watercolors and pencil. Much of her art has been implemented in renowned hotels, wellness and corporate settings across the world. Exhibitions and Collections: 2021 Resorts World Las Vegas 2021 Robert Kidd Gallery, Birmingham, MI 2020-2021 ACA ART Comes Alive 2020, Cincinnati 2020-2021 Artsy “Digital Winter Exhibition 2020 – 2021”, Art Screen TV 2020 GALLERIA IL COLLEZIONISTA - ROMA, CHRISTMAS ART EDITION 2020 Robert Kidd Gallery, Birmingham, MI 2020 Shibuya Station Exhibition Tokyo III, 2020 2019 Art Comes Alive, ACA 2019, Cincinnati, Ohio 2019 Blink Art Artist Showcase, Cincinnati, Ohio 2019 WhyNotArt, Pasadena, CA 2019 Salal Credit Union, Cafe, Washington 2019 Parcus Gallery, Berlin, Germany 2019 Voyager, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Artworks installed: Spa, Staterooms, Suites, Lounge 2019 Apartment Building, Stairwell, Wilson Mountain view CALIFORNIA 2019 Oasis, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Artworks installed : Bed Spa Staterooms 2019 Leasing Office, Lake Meadow, Chicago Illinois 2019 Freedom Spa Staterooms, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Miami 2019 Freedom of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruise Line 2019 Parallax Art Fair Kensington, London, UK 2019 4th Annual Jockeys & Juleps Derby Party Fine Art Auction, Southern Reins 2019 Parallax Art Fair Chelsea, London, UK 2018 Red Dot Miami, R.E and Perseus Gallery, Spectrum Miami 2018 2018 Parcus Gallery, Berlin, Germany 2018 21st Beijing Art Expo, China 2018 Museum MIIT, Modern and Contemporary Art, Turin, Italy 2018 The Vatican's Chancellery Palace, Italy, 1st International Itinerary Art Biennale 2018 "Between Dream and Reality” 2018 Los Angeles Center for Digital Art, Member Artist Exhibit, Los Angeles, California 2018 Artexpo New York 2018 2018 Royal Caribbean Cruise Line 2018 Renaissance Asheville Hotel 2018 Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel, Reception 2018 UC Davis, Student Housing, California 2018 LA Mart, TEMPS on 2, Los Angeles 2018 European Intercultural Activity, The Museum of Art and Science, Milan 2017 The Art Festival at The Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo (di Castel Gandolfo -Musei Vaticani) 2017 The International Exhibition at the Art Italian Institute, Prague 2017 Marriott SFO, San Francisco, CA 2017 Stars of Art 2017, Galleria Sant'Andrea, Parma, Italy 2017 Stars of Art 2017, Galleria Farini Concept, Bologna, Italy 2017 Los Angeles Center for Digital Art, Member Artist Exhibit, Los Angeles, California 2016 Ritz-Carlton Osaka, Tokyo, Corporate Collection 2016 "Electron Salon", Los Angeles Center For Digital Art, Los Angeles 2016 “Contemporaries at Uffizi”, Florence: Palazzo Ximenes Panciatichi. Italy 2016 Arttour International. Spectrum Miami 2016 2016 Biennale "Palma d'Oro per l’Arte 2016" Monte Carlo 2016 Galleria Borghese, "Historical Prize for Contemporary Artists", Rome, Italy 2016 "Electron Salon", Los Angeles Center For Digital Art, Los Angeles 2016 Dwell on Design, Los Angeles Convention Center 2016 Tokyo International Art Fair 2016 Saatchi Art, Girlcrest Event/ Lloydcrest Estate, Beverly Hills 2016 "Woman's Art World" Museum of Marrakech, Casablanca, Morocco 2015 Awarded the International Art Award David of Bernini, Grand Gala, Italy Monumental Theatre “G.Paisiello” by International Education of Art and Human Rights Italia in Arte nel Mondo 2015 Awarded the Special Prize for Human Rights, Anne Frank Italy Monumental Theatre “G. Paisiello” by International Education of Art and Human Rights Italia in Artenel Mondo 2015 Hotel Monaco, Washington DC 2015 " Snap To Grid" Los Angeles Center for Digital Art 2015 Stanford University, Student Housing, Stanford, California 2015 1st International Noto Award - Unesco Heritage, "Convitto Ragusa" Museum - Noto, Sicily 2015 Premio Oscar dell...
Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Mixed Media
$7,088
H 45.28 in W 78.75 in D 1.19 in
Dopaminum 5 - Large Format Painting, Modern Abstract Oil Painting, Color Field
By Tomasz Prymon
Located in Salzburg, AT
About Prymon’s Exhibition Dopaminum and his paintings: ”Dopaminum” - Tomasz Prymon Dopamine – colloquially referred to as the hormone of love and happiness. Why is this organic che...
Cotton Canvas, Oil
$775
H 20 in W 20 in
Neon Valley - Abstract Serene Colorful Original Landscape Painting on Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elisabeth Grace, a visionary artist based in Denver, CO (USA), is renowned for her immersive large-scale paintings, collages, murals, and installation art. With a BA in oil painting ...
Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Color Pencil, Canvas
$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
$3,077
H 35.44 in W 51.19 in D 0.79 in
Campfire 23 September 21:12 - Forest Landscape Oil Painting, Nature, Night
By Robert Motelski
Located in Salzburg, AT
Robert Motelski's paintings are exceptional visions of nature, visions of space which surrounds us. They tell about being, fate and passing. They depend on the season of year, the ti...
Canvas, 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
$7,800
H 45 in W 45 in D 1.5 in
The Blue Sea Wave, Coastal Contemporary Painting Mixed Media Canvas 45x45"
By Irena Orlov
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of a kind Mixed Medium on Canvas Artwork: Original abstract mixed media work on canvas, which combines new media - digital original hand painting, printed on canvas, then hand p...
Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Mixed Media
$8,403
H 29.53 in W 55.12 in
The Fountain I by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, grey colour
By Joachim van der Vlugt
Located in Paris, FR
The Fountain I is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 75 × 140 cm (29.5 × 55.1 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and ...
Canvas, 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
Sold
H 39.38 in W 29.93 in D 1.58 in
Palm Reoccur - contemporary abstract landscape coastal seaside beach painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Oil
Sold
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 1.58 in
A-Frame - contemporary abstract mountain landscape mixed media canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
Sold
H 47.25 in W 47.25 in D 1.58 in
Left Burst - contemporary landscape abstract mountain mixed media canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
Sold
H 47.25 in W 47.25 in
PIPEline - contemporary landscape abstract bright orange mixed media canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
ENDLESSline - abstract landscape bright orange
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Sold
H 40.16 in W 40.16 in
Sticks-L -contemporary abstract blue and grey surf seascape oil on canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Oil
Sold
H 40.16 in W 40.16 in D 1.58 in
Ram's-R - contemporary abstract seascape earth tones calming oil canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Oil
Mirissa
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Oil
Sold
H 29.53 in W 29.53 in
Hubbub-R -contemporary abstract yellow and grey surf seascape oil on canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Oil
Sold
H 48.04 in W 29.93 in D 1.58 in
Hiriketiya-L - contemporary abstract yellow grey calming seascape oil canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon emphasises the simplicity of form and the contemporary interaction between the light with haunting tone and texture combined with emotion. These are a study of low light observ...
Canvas, Oil
Sold
H 0.4 in Dm 48.43 in
Drift Out - contemporary abstract dark blue circle stormy seascape oil
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon Ledson is a surfer, artist and graphic designer whose work is an experiment that investigates the way the rhythm of the ocean connects with the artist’s body and charts the imp...
Oil