Debbie Young

Artistic background

I am an artist located in beautiful Southern Scotland where I live with my husband and two golden retrievers. Life is too short to be a teacher for ever, so a few years ago I made a bold decision and retired from my career in education and decided to concentrate on my art and creativity . Best decision ever. I find the whole painting process absorbing but at the same time relaxing.

My preferred medium for my work is oils. For me, it is the intensity of colour that is rivalled by no other. A few years ago I discovered chalk pastels and love the softness which they create. I paint mainly still life, landscapes and animals. Most days, I can be found working with oils in my little studio.

My training comes from a lifetime of passion and my creativity. I have no rules and no one to please but myself and my customers. Inspiration for my work comes from the beauty that surrounds me mainly the Scottish landscape, life's little quirks and the images that I have dancing around in my head. I pride myself in shipping my canvas artworks inside a bespoke wooden crate for protection. I do hope that you will find an artwork that captivates you.

My artwork is bought and enjoyed by people in the USA, Canada, UK and Canary Islands.

I will accept some commissions if the photograph is of good enough quality to enable me to do so.