I grew up in a converted windmill on the West Lancashire coastal plain, with frequent visits to my grandmother’s house in the Perthshire countryside. I was surrounded by big skies, space - and in Scotland hills and mountains.

I studied at Southport College of Art and Design in the late 60’s. I then went on to design in both fabric and wallpaper design. During this time I developed a love of colour and texture using a limited palette.

I am generally a studio painter - preferring to work to a mental/visual image of the complete work. My paintings are created from a combination of photographs, observation, memory and a feel for the place. My main criterion is that as a keen mountain walker I have personally experienced each place. I work almost exclusively in acrylic. The strong colours, pliability and fast drying time enable me to build up the space and feel of the place quickly.

My work has been exhibited in various galleries in the North West and is currently on permanent display at the ABC Gallery, Martin Mere, Lancashire.

Contact Louise Ratcliffe

Email: louise.ratcliffe@hotmail.com