My Artwork and Exhibitions:

A Glimpse into my Art Studies:

Discover the theoretical inspiration behind my work, alongside a behind-the-scenes look at how my ideas develop into artistic insights.I believe research should be shared, so through my work, I aim to engage and inspire other aspiring creative practitioners.

Meet Ryan Battersby!

My practice explores the interplay between impressionistic sensibilities and surreal, atmospheric space. Working primarily with oil pastels, I employ an intuitive, process-led approach shaped through self-directed study and ongoing experimentation.My work functions as both a visual record of development and an investigation into perception, mood, and memory. Through my evolving practice, I aim to encourage engagement with creative processes to build confidence, curiosity, and personal expression.

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My Portfolio

This section presents my portfolio, including both my artworks and exhibitions.

My Artwork

My artwork showcases a diverse body of contemporary studies, reflecting my exploration of varied materials across my artistic journey.

A Dreamlike Skyscape2026Oil Pastel Painting on Greyboard45.2cm H x 64.1cm W

The Crimson Leaf2025Acrylic Painting on Canvas17.9cm H x 12.7cm W

Only the Colours of the Sky2025Oil Pastel Painting on Greyboard22.7cm H x 32cm W

The Magnificent Zephyr2025Oil Pastel Painting on Card42cm H x 30cm W

A Bad Path2024Oil Pastel, Acrylic Painting and Charcoal on Card84cm H x 59.5cm W

The Way Strawberries Rot2024Oil Pastel Painting on Greyboard101.6cm H x 72cm W

A Place Between Past and Present2023Oil Pastel Painting on Greyboard59.5cm H x 83.9cm W

The Pink Flower2023Acrylic Painting on Card42.1cm H x 30cm W

A Singular Cherry2023Acrylic Painting on Card42.2cm H x 29.5cm W

A Flower in the Midnight Sky2023Oil Pastel Painting on Card29.3cm H x 21.4cm W

A Bundle of Grapes2022Oil Pastel Painting on Greyboard86.6cm H x 61.1cm W

The Limitless Building2021Oil Pastel Painting on Greyboard65cm H x 54.1cm W

A Safe Haven of Dreams2020Oil Pastel Painting on Greyboard56.2cm H x 81.5cm W

My Exhibitions

My exhibitions bring together my final outcomes, reflecting an engagement of contemporary themes through paintings, sculptures, and prints.

Open Studios2025Mixed Media Installation150cm H x 240cm W (Entire Exhibition)

The Synthetic Shangri-la Spire2025Organic and Natural Substance Installation120cm H x 80cm W x 80cm D (Entire Exhibition)

Botanical Plastics2025Recycled Plastic Installation100cm H x 150cm W x 150cm D (Entire Exhibition)

A Bad Day2024Organic and Recycled Material Structure with UV Prints on Acrylic Sheets Installation270cm H x 163cm W x 163cm D (Structure)350cm H x 350cm W x 350cm D (Entire Exhibition)

The Hearing of Deafness2022Oil Pastel Painting on Card102.2cm H x 71.7cm W x (Painting)

My Research

Documenting my research journey alongside creating artworks.

My practice is grounded in research across both traditional and modern ideologies. This space brings together my dissertation and ongoing studies into expressive colour, dreamlike atmospheres, and contemporary art. My written and visual creations are interconnected, each informing and shaping the other.

My Undergraduate Dissertation:

The Application of Colour in Fauvism and Its Legacy on Contemporary Painting.

The investigation of expressive colour and its progression through art history has become a defining element of my creative practice. This essay provides a critical analysis of colour as a conceptual and expressive medium, explored through Fauvism and its continued influence on contemporary painting.Awarded a 92% (First-Class Honours)

About Me

Hey, I'm Ryan Battersby!

I am a Huddersfield-based contemporary artist, with a practice centred around impressionistic philosophies and surreal atmospheres.Working primarily with oil pastels as a self-taught artist, I value continuous learning and creative exploration, using my work to document and share this ongoing process.As an aspiring creative arts teacher, I aim to inspire others to explore their creativity and find a sense of enjoyment and confidence in their artistic journey.

Contact Me

I'd love to hear from you!

Whether your interested in my artworks and exhibitions, my processes and techniques, or collaborating... please feel free to get in touch!I aim to respond within 24 hours.

You can reach me during these hours:

Monday: 17:00 - 22:00
Tuesday: 17:00 - 22:00
Wednesday: 17:00 - 22:00
Thursday: 17:00 - 22:00
Friday: 17:00 - 22:00
Saturday: 12:00 - 22:00
Sunday: 12:00 - 22:00Hours may vary for holidays and celebrations, bank holidays and personal events.

Feel free to contact me on my Instagram page:

@ryanbattersby_art