Martyn Burdon

Martyn Burdon is mostly drawn to calm and reflective portraiture, but his practice has covered a wide range of subject matter. His work is gentle, figurative and naturalistic, with a strong focus on emotional insight and draftsmanship. He has a distinctive intricate style that is precise, delicate, and rewards repeated viewing. Martyn is equally comfortable working in paint or pencil. Martyn's work was shortlisted for the Derwent Art Prize in 2018 highlighting the best in international contemporary drawing. Most recently, his work was shortlisted for the Trinity Buoy Wharf Drawing Prize. He was also shortlisted for the Artist and Illustrator Magazine 'Artist of the Year Award' in 2018 and 2019. On both these occasions the selected works were exhibited at the Mall Galleries in London.