Battersea Power Station from Vauxhall, 11th January 2025

 Invited Artist - What Artists Like

Ted McKenzie (b.1999, United Kingdom) is an artist based in London, where he has been painting landscapes from direct observation since his graduation. His approach to painting is deeply rooted in the belief that nearly every scene he encounters holds the potential to be transformed into a work of art. For McKenzie, the act of painting begins with a literal translation of what he sees, exploring the subtle nuances between life and paint. He views this process as a form of transformation, where each brushstroke brings the subject into a new, emotive existence.

Working in front of his subject in focused, singular sessions, McKenzie’s paintings are influenced by a variety of conditions, including the time available, his emotional connection to the subject, and most notably, the ever-changing specifics of light and weather. His works often surprise him with their thematic depth, emerging organically as a byproduct of his practice. Ultimately, McKenzie hopes that his paintings capture and clarify the unique emotions and beauty inherent in their subjects.