He Say ; Born 1959 in
Macclesfield Cheshire. UK. I am a professional artist and am
(thankfully) known worldwide for my Canine artwork. Though I also paint
many other subjects such as figuratives, nudes, fantasy, equestrian and
landscapes. I have over 100 limited edition prints published by the
major publishers over the last 20 years or so and also many self
published prints. [no-sidebar]
I am self taught and I knew I wanted to be an artist by the age of five years old! I have spent most of
my life studying the techniques and knowledge of the Old Masters in
great detail. Much of what they knew has been lost unfortunately, but
with careful study and hard work, their 'secrets' can still be found. My
major influences have been Rembrant, Da Vinci, Titian, Caravagio,
Vermeer and many others.
Most of my paintings
are painted using these 500 year old techniques. Basically painting a
"Grisaille", or monochromatic underpainting and then glazing the colours
over the top. They are still the best and fastest techniques to use
with oils! My work is in private
collections all over the world, including those of many celebrities and
British Royalty. I am also the only living artist to have work
permanently hanging in the prestigious gallery of the Kennel Club in
London, thus putting me forever in the history books!
