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About David
Discover the creativity of David Stead, an esteemed Yorkshire artist and writer, trained in fine art in London. His artistic journey has taken him from London to the serene beauty of Devon, and finally back to Yorkshire where he established the renowned David Stead Gallery. This space not only showcases David’s intricate works but also hosts pieces by celebrated ceramicist Colin Kellam. Operating from his new, spacious studio at Norton Conyers House, David’s work scales new heights, allowing for grander projects and opening avenues for educational workshops. His art, includes acclaimed series like the ‘River Ure Project’ and ‘In The Footsteps Of Turner’, each narrating the relationship between landscape and creativity. David Stead’s art transcends mere aesthetics, offering viewers and buyers a passage through story laden landscapes brought to life by his well-honed craft.
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July 4, 2024
Sailing The Ionian
We’ve just got back from a couple of weeks Sailing the Greek Islands. It’s hard to return to what has been, let’s face it, a lacklustre Summer so far. On the bright side: since I’ve been back I’ve finished the two large canvases I was working on in the Norton Conyers studio (more about them…
November 14, 2023
New Shropshire Studio
The First Major Oil Painting from My Shropshire StudioIn the tranquil embrace of Shropshire, I have embarked on a creative journey in my new studio, where the beauty of the landscape inspires every stroke of my brush. My first major oil painting, a diptych measuring 1 meter high by 2 meters wide, captures the iconic…
October 21, 2023
Turner In The North
Following Turner: The Artistic Journey of David Stead Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Yorkshire, the historic town of Ripon serves as the creative hub for artist David Stead. For years, Stead has dedicated himself to the exploration of JMW Turner, one of Britain’s most celebrated landscape painters, tracing his footsteps through the North of…