Emily Johnston
Currently creating from her hometown in Newtownards, Northern Ireland, Emily was born in 1996 and has been painting ever since she was a child. Her love of art grew tremendously during her time at Regent House Grammar School, where she spent most of her time at school in an art classroom. In 2014, her piece ‘Shower Thoughts’ was selected to be displayed in the ‘Creative Peninsula’ exhibition, where the piece attracted a great deal of attention. She then went onto Queens University Belfast where she studied Food Quality, Safety and Nutrition. Between university commitments, working and enjoying university life she didn’t find the time to paint, but after her graduation decided to pick up the brushes again and begin this new venture.
Her work features wildlife, agricultural animals and pets and she often paints in the garden. There she is inspired by the nature surrounding her home by looking across the fields and lough in front of her.
She works prominently on stretched canvas’s with acrylic paint, although also enjoys creating with mixed media depending on the effect she is looking for. Her style makes a prominent feature on any wall, by adding dramatic colour and bringing life into a room. Using bold, striking backgrounds made up of a singular block colour, her work is projected forward making every piece created eye catching and the centre of attention in any room.
Emily is extremely passionate about her creations and puts great time, effort and love into each painting. She would like to take this time to thank you for your ongoing support and for allowing her new venture to flourish.
To get in contact with Emily,bemail emily.johnston.artist@gmail.com where she will be more than happy to answer any of your questions about her work or about commissioning a piece.