ABOUT

Justin Sidney is a contemporary artist with a strong passion for the creative process. A considered and analytical approach to his practice results in the creation of captivating and aesthetically refined works of art that engage with the spectator on a visual, intellectual and emotional level.

Having completed his studies in Art and Design, Sidney relocated from Scotland and moved to The Netherlands where he gained his first painting exhibition held in Amsterdam’s Jordaan district. Following on from this early success, an opportunity to move to London in 2009 would see Sidney establish himself as a professional artist, securing exhibitions with several galleries including a solo show with London’s long established Andipa Gallery who represent Banksy, Damian Hirst, Joan Miro and many other such contemporaries.

After several years of living and working in the city as an artist, depicting the overlooked
aspects of the urban environment, a change in personal circumstances would see Sidney along with his wife and young family exchange London for Scotland’s East Neuk.

This move would prove to be a pivotal juncture for the artist and the direction of his art. Although painting remains the artist’s primary practice he has since diversified, utilising various art forms and mediums to create deeply compelling and immersive works of art. Additionally, the artist has begun producing a number of conceptual constructs that are fashioned in a way to encourage meaningful dialogue.

His latest body of work, entitled How Very Human of You reflects on the passing of time, the ephemeral nature of mankind, society and the human condition and poses the questions:


What is it to be human? Where are we from? Where are we going? What is our purpose in life? What provides us with hope? What will our end look like? 

“I want to feel I am a part of life and not just a passive passenger looking on. My only desire
now is to produce works of art that stirs the soul, stimulates the mind and asks questions.
Anything less is simply not worth doing.” 

J Sidney 

Justin Sidney’s work is held in both private and public collections in the United Kingdom, the USA and The Netherlands.