Sherree Valentine-Daines - The face of modern British impressionism.
Sherree Valentine-Daines is a renowned British contemporary artist, widely recognised as "the face of modern British impressionism." Her remarkable achievements and unique style have earned her an unrivaled reputation in the international art world.
Early Life and Education
Born in 1956 in Effingham, Surrey, Sherree Valentine-Daines initially pursued a career as a legal secretary in London at the age of 18. However, her talent for drawing became apparent through the sketches she created during her idle time at work. Recognising her true calling, Valentine-Daines enrolled at the Epsom School of Art, where she studied fine art from 1976 to 1980.
Artistic Development and Style
During her time at art school, Valentine-Daines developed a keen interest in figurative painting. Her style evolved to incorporate the influence of impressionist masters such as Renoir and Monet, focusing on light and shade within her compositions. After graduating, she spent a summer in Cornwall, painting villages, harbors, beaches, and people, further refining her technique and subject matter.
Career Highlights and Achievements
Valentine-Daines' career flourished quickly after her graduation. She exhibited her work at prestigious venues such as the Tate Gallery, the Barbican, the Royal Society of British Artists, and the Lord's Museum. She has also been featured in several television programs, including "To the Manor Bowen" and "This Morning." Valentine-Daines has been officially voted the UK's leading Modern Impressionist and has won numerous high-profile art awards.
Celebrity Collectors and Commissions
Sherree Valentine-Daines' exquisite paintings have attracted a diverse range of celebrity collectors, including members of the British Royal Family, former Prime Minister Sir John Major, and Sir Ranulph Fiennes. She has been commissioned to paint portraits of famous personalities such as Joanna Lumley, John Sessions, Sir Michael Parkinson, and sports stars like Martin Johnson and Jonny Wilkinson.
Contributions to the Art Community
Valentine-Daines has been an active member of various art societies and organisations throughout her career. She has exhibited her work with the Royal Institute of Oil Painters, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, the Royal Watercolour Society, the New English Art Club, the National Society of Painters, and the Pastel Society, among others.
Personal Life and Philanthropy
While limited information is provided about Valentine-Daines' personal life and philanthropic endeavors, her dedication to her craft and her ability to capture the essence of her subjects have made her a beloved figure in the art world.
Legacy and Impact
Sherree Valentine-Daines' work continues to be highly sought-after by collectors worldwide. Her paintings are held in numerous private collections and major institutions, cementing her status as one of the most collectible contemporary British artists. Her unique style and masterful technique have left an indelible mark on the art world, inspiring generations of artists to come.
Sherree Valentine-Daines' journey from a legal secretary to a celebrated artist is a testament to her incredible talent and unwavering dedication to her craft. Her impressionistic style, combined with her ability to capture the essence of her subjects, has earned her a place among the most respected and admired contemporary British artists. As her legacy continues to grow, Sherree Valentine-Daines' contributions to the art world will undoubtedly endure for generations to come.
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Here we launch the new 'Invitation To The Ballet - Collection' ❤️ for February and Sherree has always been inspired by dance & movement, as well as her love of the Ballet. The artist has been painting the female form for decades and remains endlessly fascinated with the process & painting people live, in front of her easel.
The collection includes two painting of little girls taking what could be their first dance lessons!: 'Pretty As A Picture' & 'Pretty In Pink,' as well as more sophisticated and 'classic' Sherree pieces: 'The Pink Slipper' & 'Tranquil Beauty.'
Customers have commented recently, these two canvases are reminiscent of the older & popular limited editions 'Between Rehearsals' (2009) & even earlier 'In Repose - Picture' (pre 2008). By sheer chance, Sherree has returned to the last image and created a gorgeous new bronze (sharing the same title) ‘In Repose - Bronze,' bringing her paintings to life in the touchable & collectable format of her Bronze Sculpture - Collection. - 11th February 2021
October 2020 update & the much loved Sherree Valentine Daines continues to be one of the most sort after artists throughout the UK and has many high society and Royal followers. With her originals ranging from around £7000.00 - £100,000.00, demand for her paintings and commissions remain strong despite this testing 2020, bringing countless joy to so many households.
25th May 2020 was extra special for the artist, as her daughter Lettice Rowbotham gave birth (Violinist & of Britain’s Got Talent fame) to a beautiful baby girl & she is a grandmother once again!
22nd May reveals Sherree's 'Summer, Sunshine & High Society - Collection,' which encapsulates all of her May releases plus showcasing new original art available - please get in touch with your requirements.
May has been a busy month for Sheree New Releases: 19th sees 'Afternoon Tea At Ascot,' 20th Sees 'The Forces' Sweetheart' (celebrating Dame Vera Lynn's 103rd birthday)* and 21st launches matching: 'Ascot Glamour - Bronze' & 'Ascot Vision - Bronze' - her first new bronzes since 2017!
**Video of Sherree painting 'Live' & speaking to the public
(*Dame Vera would sadly pass away the following month, on 12th June 2020)
Sherree's artwork has been cast into wonderful Bronze pieces for many years, making luxurious adornments to many homes & offices. Her Bronze Sculpture Collection now numbers over ten pieces & includes: ladies, children and of course horses & jockeys.
On 13th March 2020 we have the launch of Sherree's 'New Collection' Spring Releases, with three delightful images of children enjoying a British Summer: 'Chasing The Waves,' 'Beach Babies' & 'Sunkissed Memories' - impressionist limited edition images that manage to reflect on bygone, simpler days and yet are entirely modern & reminding us that our environment provides so many simple pleasures!
21st October 2019 sees the release of the exquisite limited edition print: 'Ascot Glamour,' showing the elegance and sophistication of British Horse Racing meets and the subtle blossoming (and renewal!) of romance that often take place. In fact, her paintings of Royal Ascot are what most of us would call a 'Sherree' painting, seen in countless gallery window's for well over fifteen years now.
Sherree's notable limited edition releases from 2019 where her Spring releases and Summer Collection of art, with the expected mix of elegantly dressed ladies at British social meets and children in various surroundings. The Spring releases where memorable for the best selling prints featuring children amongst flowers: 'Lost Amongst The Poppies,' 'Bluebell Haven' and 'Wildflower Meadow;' these really connected with people, capturing the very essence of childhood.
As the daughter of a sculptor and stonemason, perhaps it is no surprise that the artist chose an artistic path in life. Studying at the Epsom School of Art (now merged as the 'University for the Creative Arts') in Surrey, she honed her natural talents to ultimately become one of the UK’s most collectable contemporary artists and earning the title: 'the face of Modern British Impressionism.'
**The artist paints 'Life Can Be Perfect' (2016) for Champagne Bollinger's advertising drive:
...also check out her goregous, related, limited edition release from the same year: 'Champagne Bollinger Afternoon' (2016)
In fact, Daines's distinctive society scenes and timeless childhood imagery have attracted the attention of many celebrity collectors, including several members of the British Royal Family & Aristocracy.
As a painter, Sherree uses drawing as the foundation for her works and prefers to paint from real life, regularly using live models and over time that has included her own daughters, nieces and nephews.
Her landscapes and portraiture interpret the most elegant aspects of British Life e.g. the social Calendar such as Horse Racing at Ascot, portraits of elegantly clad women, nudes, musicians, ballet dancer and sporting pastimes such as English Rugby & Cricket. However, childhood imagery remains one of her favourite subjects.
She uses oil, watercolours and pastels on canvas to create works of all sizes, taking the most delight from conjuring up idyllic childhood settings. Sherree also works as a sculptor, carefully crafting each bronze piece in what she calls 'a labour of love.' The subjects include – of course – children, as well as the graceful, elegant female figures for which the artist is renowned, as well as horses and jockeys - bringing her figures from canvas to three-dimensional bronze life.
**Sherree Valentine Daines, paints an elephant 'live' for the the Born Free Foundation's: 'Beyond The Bars' campaign:
'As a Modern Impressionist and figurative artist, I am fascinated by the effect of colour and light on a subject rather than the subject itself,' says Sherree.
Her work has been displayed at an impressive list of establishments: The Laing Landscape Exhibition, the Tate Gallery (presumably the ‘Tate Britain’), the Barbican, as well as other prestigious venues such as: the Royal Institute of Oil Painters, the Lord's (Cricket) Museum & the Royal Society of British Artists to name only a few in the UK.
Of course, her work is held in many private houses around the globe and as a result, sales of her paper & canvas limited editions have led her to become one of the top five best selling (living) artists in the world. Her original paintings now sell for considerable sums of money, with value's rivalling that of contemporary fellow artist Kerry Darlington.
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