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Abstract Landscape Paintings by Saul Cathcart
Established as a contemporary artist deeply inspired by the Cornish landscape, our work explores the dynamic interplay between abstraction and representation. Drawing from decades of immersive experience in plein air painting, we create vibrant compositions that capture the essence of place through flowing forms, colour, and movement. Our practice is rooted in a profound connection to the natural environment, particularly the coastal vistas of Cornwall, which serve as both muse and medium. With a foundation in fine art from Winchester School of Art and Falmouth College, we have cultivated a distinctive visual language that bridges modernist traditions with contemporary expression.Our commissioned works, including large-scale pieces for the Anantara Plaza Nice Hotel, demonstrate a commitment to translating experiential stimuli into evocative graphic forms. Exhibitions at venues such as the Crypt Gallery in St Ives and collaborations with institutions like David Collins Studio underscore our dedication to pushing artistic boundaries while maintaining accessibility. Through continuous experimentation with technique and perspective, we strive to create works that invite viewers to engage with both inner and outer landscapes in new ways.
Services
Abstract paintings
Art commissions
Exhibitions
Limited editions
Plein air workshops
Highlights and features
- We create immersive abstract works rooted in 20+ years of plein air painting experience
- Our unique process translates environmental stimuli into dynamic visual language
- Commissioned by leading design studios for international hospitality projects
- Featured in major art exhibitions across Cornwall's cultural venues
- Combines modernist traditions with innovative approaches to landscape representation
What people say
Flowing forms of colour
Lyrical poetry
Serious playfulness
Kinetic event depiction
Vibrant movement
Services
Abstract Paintings
Original abstract works created through immersive plein air painting sessions along Cornwall's coastline. These pieces capture environmental energy through dynamic colour transitions and fluid forms. Each artwork represents a unique dialogue between artist and landscape, using layered techniques to convey both emotional and physical responses to place.
Art Commissions
Bespoke paintings created for specific architectural or commercial spaces. The process involves site engagement and conceptual development to produce site-responsive artworks. Recent projects include large-scale installations for hospitality venues, integrating environmental elements with interior design schemes through abstract interpretation.
Exhibitions
Curated displays of completed works in established art venues. Exhibitions feature both new and archived pieces, often with thematic connections to specific landscapes. The Crypt Gallery in St Ives has hosted multiple showcases of these experimental landscape interpretations, attracting international art professionals and collectors.
People
Saul Cathcart
Artist
Cornwall-based abstract painter with formal training from Winchester School of Art and Falmouth College. Specialises in plein air works that explore landscape perception through dynamic colour and form. Exhibited extensively across Cornwall's cultural venues.
Questions
What inspires your abstract paintings?
The Cornish coastline and its changing light provide constant inspiration through direct engagement with the landscape during the painting process.
How do you create your artworks?
Working en plein air with acrylic on canvas, using fluid brushwork and layered techniques to capture environmental energy and emotional responses.
Can I commission a custom piece?
Yes, we create bespoke artworks for specific spaces through a collaborative process involving site visits and conceptual development.
Where can I view your exhibitions?
Regular exhibitions at Cornwall venues including the Crypt Gallery in St Ives and selected contemporary art spaces across the UK.
How are your prices determined?
Pricing reflects artwork size, complexity, and the extensive plein air process involved in creating each unique piece.
