Steven Hall's Portfolio

I paint with oils, with similar techniques to old masters that have been perfected over the centuries; now updated with modern materials. I feel privileged to be walking in the footsteps of so many illustrious artists who precede me. I care deeply about my work, and I love the technical challenges, problem solving and grit required to turn out artwork in the slow process of traditional oil painting.

About my practice

My paintings are unique because they are based on real, lived experiences, capturing fleeting moments of beauty in urban environments and the natural world.

By definition, experiential art is as unique as a fingerprint, and in my view, more necessary than ever in today's world of rapid technological innovation and upheaval.

I think art is a mirror to the times, from Jackson Pollock's fractals to Yayoi Kusama's bright colours, patterns and shapes. I am not a great artist like these luminaries, but my point is their work is interesting because it was created by these individual psyches, based on their unique views of the world. Without Van Gogh experiencing the world as he did, there is no Van Gogh!

I paint in response to my environment, as expression of ideas and feelings. I am also deeply interested in colour theory, in particular the findings of Chevreul, Goethe and the French Impressionists. My recent work applies colour theory, enhancing compositions with use of contrasting colours and by replicating effects of light and shadow.

Support local artists

I use only premium, professional artist-quality materials that are sourced from local business. This is to ensure each painting is not only beautiful but also sustainable and built to last for generations to come. I have many years of experience painting, and over time, I have built up strong self-confidence mitigated by the knowledge that I still have much to learn.

I also reinvest any earnings from my business back into producing and exhibiting more art. As such, investing in one of my paintings will not only beautify your living space, it is made to last (having been made with professional artist standard materials), and you are supporting local business.

Art at Saint Francis solo show 2025

I was invited to show a solo exhibition at Art at St Francis in April 2025, in the heart of Melbourne City.

Brunswick Street Gallery solo show 2024

It was a career highlight and wonderful experience for me to show a suite of urban landscapes at Brunswick Street Gallery (BSG) in 2024. 

Shifting to landscapes of the natural world

My next solo show is booked at Artemisia gallery, Windsor (Melbourne) for June 2026. Now that I live and work in a studio in Belgrave, on the outskirts of Melbourne, my artwork is reflecting much more of the natural world: forests and nature rather than urban architecture.

My most recent work is forest landscapes that include imagined elements: ruined buildings glimpsed through clearings, forest giants, forgotten shrines and wildlife. The paintings are in a realistic style, yet with these otherworldly aspects.

More of my artwork is visible @artstevenhall instagram. My Artist CV is also available on request, it contains all relevant info about shows, qualifications, past commissions, etc.

Own A Unique Piece

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