Stephen Bend

I used to dream in colour…. (2026) Oil/canvas 70x48 inches 178x122 cm

Exhibited at the IX Biennale Chianciano 2026 (Italy)

In the permanent collection: Museo d'Arte di Chianciano Terme (Italy)

Passion Ascending is An abstract painting of love and passion.

Passion Ascending (2024) Oil/birch panel. 18x24 inches 45.5x61cm

Exhibited at the VII London Art Biennale 2025‍ (UK) ‍‍

abstract artist

I am an abstract artist inspired by a diverse but complementary set of inputs and influences, combined with the energy and ideology of many 19th and 20th century art movements. Through my art I explore and present a subjective interpretation of the innermost feelings of the self using a well defined ‘codex’ and an ‘artistic grammar’.

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curatorial review by Despina Tunberg

artistic meaning & themes