steve o'sullivan: steve is a self-taught contemporary artist exploring the combinations of colour, shape, contrast and composition through a distinctive painting style. his paintings usually start with a colour/texture idea then evolve into compositions in which movement is the primary subject. his acrylic paintings are trying for a bold, modern look. steve paints using his vivid imagination, which he interprets in a wide variety of styles. he constantly explores and develops new themes, giving his work renewal and fresh direction. he works primarily in acrylics and mixed media. born and bred in Hamilton (New Zealand) steve has lived there all his life. |
| he is a professional photographer, manages an art store, and teaches. he has always been a very creative person, doing all types of photography and writing, until he found the inspiration from his surroundings that led him to painting. |