Katy Halestrap

For many years, I have been in the creative field, owning and running a design consultancy, then in interior and garden design. I have always loved colour and been inspired by how colour can change a mood, create light, shade and drama. I started painting a little later in life, learning from some amazing tutors, in life drawing and abstract art. Even as a child I loved the natural world with its different moods and skies. I find joy in the natural landscape and the human figure, how it moves, dances and just how incredible our bodies are. Working in an abstract way to create a some tranquillity/playfulness with colour, form and shape. Inspired by and painting from references from my life drawing and nature. The way the sea meets the sky, the light in the Caribbean and India is particularly evocative for me. Cityscapes, bridges and the reflections are very much part of my painting, having lived and worked near the Thames London bridges, with their imposing theatricality and architectural structure.