Welcome to the portfolio site of painter Julian Sutherland-Beatson. Based in the UK Julian is an
established painter whose practice has evolved through years of rigorous engagement with representational painting. Grounded in
observation, structure, and material discipline, this foundation now informs a body of abstract work (shown here and in
ARRANGEMENTS section) that prioritises spatial tension, chromatic interaction, and the physical qualities of paint. This work is
produced alongside his more representational paintings. (more text below images)
Welcome to the portfolio site of painter Julian Sutherland-Beatson. Based in the UK Julian is an
established painter whose practice has evolved through years of rigorous engagement with representational painting. Grounded in
observation, structure, and material discipline, this foundation now informs a body of abstract work (shown here and in
ARRANGEMENTS section) that prioritises spatial tension, chromatic interaction, and the physical qualities of paint. This work is
produced alongside his more representational paintings. (more text below images)
He has work in a number of private and public collections around the world including The House of Lords.
In 2010 Julian exhibited a collection of 200 small paintings of the Sussex countryside, coastline and urban areas at Glyndebourne Opera House near Lewes in East Sussex. He has created paintings during the Glyndebourne Festival for the past fourteen years.
He has also had paintings included in the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition on four occasions.
