Ben Wayman

My work exists at the crossroads of two distinct mediums—painting and photography—each with its own essence and yet complementary in telling stories of nature. As an artist, I'm fascinated by trees, their strength, the wisdom they silently possess, and their quiet persistence through the passing of time. They are a testament to resilience, growth, and inherent beauty. My work—whether it be through the tactile intimacy of painting or the immediate capture of photography—serves as an homage to these stalwart sentinels of nature.
In my paintings, I endeavor to translate the ethereal qualities of trees onto canvas, layering colors and textures in a mimicry of their intricate bark patterns, reaching branches, and the serenade of their rustling leaves. I explore various techniques, incorporating both the precise detail of realism and the evocative abstraction of impressionism, to bring forth the unique personality of each tree. Each brush stroke is a word, and together they form a narrative of growth and survival, strength and vulnerability.
In contrast, my photography offers an instant slice of reality, a raw and unfiltered perspective that anchors my work in the empirical world. Through the lens, I capture the singular moments of tre...

BA Hons Fine Art