Neil Douglas, based in the United Kingdom, artfully captures the essence of both urban landscapes and the serene beauty of nature in his works. Born with a cinematic eye, inspired by his love for films from a young age, Neil’s paintings embody a rich tapestry of experiences. The bustling metropolises of cities like London, NYC, Copenhagen, and Berlin have served as muses for him, each canvas capturing the city's unique rhythm and pulse. However, Neil doesn't just confine himself to the urban maze; he embraces nature in its raw form, drawing parallels between the two environments. His love for photography, notably influenced by talents such as Saul Leiter and Michael Wolf, has been pivotal in his approach to framing and composition. But rather than being restricted by photorealism, Neil’s recent works lean more towards the evocative and tangible essence of the scenes, a journey he began with his captivating blossom paintings. His unique style also bears an imprint of his visual condition, Keratoconus, translating into harmonious blocks of color on his canvases. While Neil's works echo modernity and the present, he skillfully uses traditional oil paints to convey contemporary stories. Beyond visual arts, literature, including Richard Yates' short stories, has played a crucial role in shaping Neil's art narrative, as he weaves imagined stories behind the scenes he paints.