Derek Daniells was born in Stony Stratford, Buckinghamshire in 1949. He is a professional artist who uses a variety of mediums such as oil, acrylic, mixed media and pastel with equal skill on a wide range of subjects. From the initial abstract blocks of colour, Derek builds the play of light on form following the inspiration of earlier painters such as Vuillard, Degas and Turner. He prefers direct observation often working on site at any time of day or night. Derek's work shows his strong passion, excitement and sensitivity for his subject, always seeking to capture a moment in time. Searching out subjects that excite his eye, Derek has travelled extensively, predominantly in Britain and Europe. Derek exhibits internationally and at many galleries throughout the UK. He has exhibited with the Federation of British Artists and is a regular invited exhibitor at several other major central London galleries. His paintings are part of many private collections both in the UK and abroad, including that of Henrietta, Duchess of Bedford. Derek still lives in Stony Stratford with his wife Caroline and son Luke. NEW DVD NOW AVAILABLE ... ... Townscape Impressions in Oil With Derek Daniells British landcsape painter Derek Daniells demonstrates how to paint impressionistic oil townscapes in the beautiful cathedral city of Norwich. Click below for extracts from the new DVD available from www.townhousefilms.co.uk . Tel +44 (0)1603 259441

Site updated October 2009 Royal Society of British Artists Exhibition - Award Winner, March 2009 In March 2009 Derek was selected for the Daler Rowney Painting Award at the annual exhibition of the Royal Society of British Artists at the Mall Galleries London. He is to exhibit in a 12 man show at Royall Fine Art, Tunbridge Wells, Kent at the end of April 2009. For other shows see Exhibitions on the menu above. Recent work Quiet harbour Cote d'Azure Acrylic, 14 x 28 ins Beach (Swanage) Oil, 7.5 x 14 ins For more examples of Derek's recent work click here - or click on Gallery from the menu above.