Steven McLoughlin Artist CV
Steven McLaughlin is a leading British artist from Derbyshire, widely admired for his atmospheric original paintings of the British landscape and coastline. Working primarily in mixed media, he creates Read more
richly layered scenes that capture the shifting light, weather, and mood of the countryside. His work sits firmly within the tradition of contemporary British art, blending technical precision with a distinctive artistic depth.
Born in 1970, McLaughlin is largely self‑taught and has worked as a full‑time professional painter for most of his adult life. Early in his career he produced artwork for publishers and private clients, developing the refined glazing techniques that now define his landscape practice. Today, his focus is on the places that inspire him most: the rolling hills of Derbyshire, the rugged Yorkshire coastline, the Norfolk marshes, the Devon Coast and the timeless rural charm of the Cotswolds.
McLaughlin’s process often begins outdoors, sketching and gathering reference studies on location before completing each piece in his studio. His signature approach—building up thin, translucent layers of paint—creates a luminous, almost cinematic atmosphere.
His work has been exhibited at the Mall Galleries in London and in numerous galleries across the UK, earning him a loyal following among collectors of contemporary British landscape painting. At Red Rag Gallery, Steven McLaughlin’s paintings offer a compelling blend of realism, mood, and craftsmanship, celebrating the enduring beauty of the British countryside.
