Portraits + Pop Culture
Influenced by British Pop Artists Pauline Boty, Stella Vine and the ethereal allure of the Pre-Raphaelites, Faye's art is a fusion of past and present, tradition and modern palettes.
Starting out her career as a Graduate Illustrator over 20 years ago, her clients included HRH Kensington Palace, Topshop, Vice Magazine and Random House US. She won two heats on Channel 5's Watercolour Challenge in 2021 and still enjoys using watercolour and finding ways to make the medium feel contemporary and provocative.
More recently she has diverted her preferred medium to oils; where she focuses on traditional painting techniques for the figures. Text, fluorescent accents, and decoupage enables her practice to take unexpected twists and turns. Elements of the Artist's whim and joy are then captured and construct a narrative.
Portraiture has been a steady passion throughout her life, and celebrating the feminine form. She finds the narratives for women more complex and interesting in addition to their diverse physical beauty. Flirting with glamour and kitsch; exploring tropes and symbols of femininity. Faye is interested in exploring historical female protagonists and their often problematic political place in the patriarchy and how we have, and continue to view celebrity worship.
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Whether it is digital or from film - Faye can bring your favourite photograph to life with the vivid brushstrokes and subtle textures that come with painting in the traditional medium of oils.
Message Faye today for a free consultation with no obligation.
You can also see prices per size in the shop section.
'Just to let you know that the portrait arrived this morning. It is just beautiful. I am beyond grateful to you, and you have captured the children perfectly. It is exactly what I was dreaming of (even better!) and I know my partner will love it.'
Portrait Enquiries
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PORTRAIT ENQUIRIES
It can be a daunting idea investing in a portrait commission. However I am happy to help and talk the process through with you. I offer an affordable way to capture your loved ones in a fine art painting that can be passed down for generations to come.
I usually help select the photograph to ensure it makes a great painting or let you know if a beloved snap will work.
I can also arrange a framing at an additional cost - although canvas paintings can be hung straight away, a simple frame helps to protect the painting and finishes them off beautifully.
I also offer a service for your portrait to be professionally photographed so that you can also gift a fine art print version to family members.
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