Biography
Raised in Devon alongside her artistic grandfather, she spent her formative years immersed in the world of painting and sketching. Inspired by her grandfather's ability to breathe life into blank canvases, she eagerly absorbed his techniques. Upon his retirement, she inherited his cherished painting tools along with his iconic red smock, a garment she proudly dons whenever she picks up her brushes.
Having graduated from Edinburgh College of Art in 2021, Verity now lives and paints in Edinburgh, Scotland and has exhibited across London and Edinburgh. Her creative inspiration stems from capturing fleeting, seemingly insignificant instances - from casual conversations to observing group dynamics and exploring themes of youth culture. She captures these scenes, gravitating towards compositions with strong angles, rhythmic patterns and intriguing stories.
Verity juxtaposes intricate details with broader strokes and subtle underpainting using layers of oil paints to evoke depth and atmosphere, exploring the relationship between traditional techniques and contemporary narratives.
Statement
My paintings are not just portraits of people, they are narrative commentaries of unguarded scenes. I am inspired to paint fleeting moments, capturing the essence of ordinary existence often overlooked as mundane. Placing life-sized figures as the focal point, I weave intricate details throughout the painting to illuminate the characters and their narratives, inviting viewers to engage with the nuanced complexities embedded in each scene.
Exhibitions and Awards
2024
Behind The Artist Prize (BTA) - Virtual Gallery
2023
Royal Society of British Artists Rising Stars - Royal Overseas League, London
2022
New English Arts Club Exhibition - Mall Galleries, London
Holly Bush Emerging Woman Artist Prize - Lauderdale House, London
2021
Astaire Prize Winner - Edinburgh
Royal Society of British Artists Exhibition
Royal Society of British Artists Rome Scholarship Finalist
Federation of British Artists Exhibition
Royal Society of Portrait Painters Shortlist
Edinburgh College of Art Degree Show . Edinburgh
2020
‘Marriage of Tradition and Modernity’ Exhibition. Arbroath, Scotland
The Bridge Awards, Exhibition . Dundas Street, Edinburgh