ALAN COULSON

British, b. 1977

Alan Coulson's artwork is meticulously detailed with a freshness, perceptiveness, and sureness of touch. He portrays his subjects in a sensitive manner, capturing moments of stillness and inner reflection. Alan is an award winning contemporary artist working predominantly in portraiture. He exhibits regularly in London, notably at the annual exhibitions of the Royal Society of Portrait Painters and the prestigious BP Portrait Award at the National Portrait Gallery. He was selected for exhibition at the BP Portrait Award in 2010, 2011 & in 2012 where his portrait of "Richie" took Third Place.

Coulson has produced commissioned work for clients including The New York Times Magazine, The Sunday Times Magazine, Bloomberg Markets Magazine, Carlton Books, The Chronicle Review and Club Wembley.

Coulson completed his foundation studies in art and design at Harrogate College of Art and Design, but is otherwise self-taught. He is currently living and working in West Yorkshire.

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