As a key figure in "The Northern Boys," a distinguished collective of contemporary British painters, Andrew Farmer is a Yorkshire-based artist whose work is hailed by collectors as evocative, lyrical, and a celebration of light and colour. Drawing inspiration from the rolling hills of his native South Yorkshire and his family life, he transforms everyday scenes into powerful observations, inviting viewers to find the extraordinary beauty that surrounds them daily. Andrew's artistic practice is rooted in a deeply considered approach to observation. Primarily working in oils and often painting en plein air, he embarks on an investigation of his chosen subjects. This methodical process, which can involve revisiting the same location in similar conditions to "dig deeper" into his subject, allows him to distil the essence of a place into vibrant, expressive works. The result is a style characterised by "loose, expressive brushstrokes" and "economical mark making" that create a lively, semi-abstract quality, akin to "short stories or poems rather than novels". Andrew's work is underpinned by an exceptional foundation of academic and institutional credentials. A graduate of Canterbury Christ Church University with a First-Class Honours degree, he furthered his practice at the Royal Drawing School in London. In recognition of his mastery, he was awarded the Richard Ford Award for a residency at the Prado Museum in Madrid. In 2019, he was elected a full member of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI), an elite, peer-elected society of which there are only approximately 65 full members. He has also been recognised with numerous accolades, including the prestigious Winsor and Newton Award for painting and the Menena Joy Schabe Memorial Award, further affirming his standing within the UK art world. Collectors consistently praise Andrew Farmer's work for its transformative power. His paintings, which have been described as possessing a "magical quality," are celebrated for their ability to transport the viewer and bring a sense of tranquility to a space. From coastal scenes that perfectly capture the "calming beauty of the ocean" to countryside vistas that evoke the warmth and "smell of the earth," his art creates an immediate, lyrical connection to the world around us.