Roly Hermans

I'm an artist who specialises mainly in paintings of historical planes, trains and ships. I see myself as an illustrator, someone who strives to capture the essence of a moment in time with dramatic flair and colour.

Researching historical subjects is half the joy of painting for me, as I delve into the nuances of the past and strive to bring it to life on canvas as realistically as possible.

I revel in the challenge of recreating a fleeting moment, infusing it with emotion and depth to create a work of art that transports the viewer to another time and place.

I use acrylics as my primary medium, but I also use specialised liquid washes for intricate details – a technique I picked up from my other hobby of model-making. Through this combination, I’m able to create a realistic layered effect, bringing an added depth to each piece I create.

I am a self-taught artist. I've always been keen on making models, so many of the skills I learned in that hobby have transferred with me to influence how I do my art - seeking authenticity, attention to detail, capturing the essence of a real-life vehicle in an actual place and time.