[Artist Profile] Colley Whisson

Colley Whisson....
I was born in Brisbane, Australia in 1966. I grew up in semi-rural surrounds which gave me an appreciation for nature and the outdoors, enjoying every opportunity I’ve been given to study and appreciate its nuances. In 1985 I had a brief stint as a picture framer which I now look back upon as an excellent introduction to the art world as a young adult.
After giving me, all the necessary fundamentals required in becoming an artist my father Eric encouraged and guided my early artistic direction.
I have long believed “It’s not what you paint but how you paint it”. With this in the fore-front of my mind I’ve dedicated myself to developing my skills to the highest level possible. I’m aiming to tell a visual story with clarity and sophistication but I am also driven to distort and abstract the image as much as possible while still maintaining a realistic image. I am deeply honoured to be able to regularly hold exhibitions, tutoring appointments, judging and demonstrations in Australia and abroad. To carry the tag as quoted "one of Australia’s finest Impressionist painters" is a great personal achievement.
My first Solo Exhibition at age of 24 was a sell-out, a very encouraging sign to launch my career. Since then I have held numerous Solo and Joint Exhibitions. I have also written articles in Australia, United States, South Africa & International Artist Magazine's. I am the author of 2 books "Creating Impressionist Landscape in Oil" - 2001 & "Impressionist Painting Made Easy" - 2009. These books and my DVD's are both sought after by collectors, artists and libraries nationally and internationally.
My aim is to share my knowledge and joy of painting with like-minded artist’s world-wide. Throughout my career I have been blessed to be able to share this wonderful artistic journey with my wife and 2 sons.
This journey is ongoing and I look forward to each time I return to my easel.

[@lorrainefilmer2508]

I truly love your art, I have been following you for many years and seen how you have progressed over that time. Keep up your style as it is very pleasing to view. Regards, Lorraine.

[@reefprayerresin]

Absolutely magnificent. They don't get any better than this .

[@MegadoseTheOutsiderArtist]

The light and shadows....i don't have words. What great art!

[@brandoncornwell52]

What a talent! This artist has nailed it in regards to color, and value, and atmosphere. I love the range from exquisite landscape, to sublime little still life pieces, and strong figures in the animals and people. This is an artist who brings to life a corner of the world by illuminating it with perfect, radiant sunlight. When I see work like this I am at once both a little jealous and a lot impressed by the talent. Then, for whatever reason I am uplifted and somehow hopeful seeing humanity creating something that is positive in every way, like a pure reflection of human possibility. Nice, loose brush handling, etc, etc

[@eduardoorozco3377]

Congratulations, amazing paintings!!

[@shanebailey9128]

How is it possible to Unintentionally show the same images Twice???👎

[@carlcanga1438]

I love this one, Colley

[@zeynozeyno7632]

Hello from Türkiye Sir, I m really working hard to make good paintings and adore your paintings... do you generally use complement of a color for shadow or do you use black or blue? My shadows look muddy and I want them to look lively as yours... can you share with me some important points 🙏😊

[@user-hu7rn4ym8j]

Lovely work

[@yungyungbadminton]

Very nice