John Russell

Hi, My name is John Russell, I started painting in Lima, Peru during my tour of South America.
Every night, Tourist and locals alike would meander through the park, gazing at souveniers and paintings done by local artists. It gave me the idea of having a go myself. So the next day I went off to the local art store and bought some equipment. I went back to my hotel and set about creating my first painting. I had not done any drawing or anything Arty before, So I really was not expecting much.
I laid everything on the bed and desk, I opened and squeezed the blue tube of paint onto my little plastic pallete. The vibrantcy of the Ultra Marine Blue, Just blew me away. I was tranfixed by the colours. It was a defining moment for me. after completing the picture, I felt so fullfilled and happy.
I stayed in Lima for some time. visiting Matchu Pitchu and a trip down to the Nazca Dessert to see the famouse Nazca Lines. They were fasinating. I was spellbound.
It inspired me to come back to Lima and paint them. I did about ten canvases, which are up in my bedroom as I write.
Luckily, I was on my way back to England after Peru. And with me I transported 35 canvases.
Now back in England and my canvases have rise...

I have never been to an Art School and would never contemplate it. I believe my passion is in my heart and brain. and what comes out of that then so be it.