Treasured Moments Collection by Leigh Lambert

Taking inspiration from his own childhood in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Leigh’s artwork has a strong sense of nostalgia, evoking fond memories of a youth that so many of us can relate to.

As a child, he loved nothing more than spending time with his grandparents, who lived in traditional terraced housing in the northeast. A visit to the corner shop or an afternoon treat from the ice cream van was a highlight, and he has many wonderful memories of those special “simple” days from his childhood that he incorporates into the narrative of his work. Leigh’s technique is painstakingly accurate. He prefers the surface on which he paints to be solid and smooth, and consequently he primed his board six times to achieve the desired finish.

Consequently, the surface of his oil paintings is exceptionally refined. Leigh’s colour palette reflects the dark northern tones that have become synonymous with the coal mine towns of the north-east. He works in layers, beginning with the sky, painting from the background to the foreground. His use of colour is minimal, optimistically applying splashes of colour only to the figures that play amidst the otherwise monochromatic landscapes. This vibrancy of colour captures the joy and vitality of youth and often denotes symbolism in the work.

Leigh first began winning awards for his work in 2014 and has enjoyed a very successful career to date, with countless limited editions collections sold out within weeks of release. His original paintings are highly sought-after and due to the technique that he employs, they are quite a rarity. For Leigh, he hopes that his work has impact on the viewer and enriches their lives by stirring up positive, nostalgic feelings and memories.

Leigh’s new limited edition collection is available to order now. Two stunning limited edition prints on Canvas, Canvas Deluxe, Paper and two Sketches.