Warren Yates

"Bold, contemporary oil landscapes celebrating the active spirit of the Lakes."

Art by Warren Yates

Vibrant, Dynamic, Bold, Modern, Energetic

These striking contemporary landscapes fracture familiar Lakeland scenes into bold, geometric planes of colour. Deep teals and slates contrast sharply with vivid flashes of magenta, orange, and lime green to capture the dynamic energy of outdoor adventure.

  • Technique : Oil painting
  • Movement : Contemporary

Palette: Deep navy, teal, and slate grey provide a dark foundation for vivid flashes of bright magenta, tangerine orange, and lime green.

Signature trait: The fracturing of natural landscapes and figures into sharp, geometric planes of highly contrasting, vivid colour.

The Warren Yates collection reimagines the landscapes and outdoor pursuits of the Lake District through a highly contemporary, abstract lens. Each piece breaks down sweeping fells, still waters, and traditional white cottages into bold, intersecting geometric blocks of thick oil colour. Traditional Lakeland hues—slate greys, deep navy blues, and rich teals—serve as a dramatic foundation for startling, vivid flashes of neon magenta, bright tangerine, and acid lime green. This striking contrast injects a profound sense of energy and movement into the scenes, perfectly reflecting the active spirit of kayaking across deep lakes, hiking steep ridges, or scaling rocky crags. The visible texture of the paint and the sharp, confident division of space bring a modern, graphic sensibility to the traditional landscape format. These vibrant, high-contrast works offer a fresh, exhilarating perspective on the region, bringing a sophisticated, bold statement to contemporary interiors.