Serena
Serena is a popular artist who lives and works in Padstow, a small fishing town on the North Cornwall coast in the far South West of England.
From an early age she developed a great love of drawing little houses and people and was incomplete without felt tip, biro and sketchpad. Her artwork evokes happy memories of holidays, especially in her home county of Cornwall which is a tourism hot spot thanks to its beautiful beaches and small fishing towns and rich history. There is always something new to find in her art, which is always lovingly splashed with her fun sense of humour.
Serena was educated at home by her mother, a former stage manager and actress, whilst her father, a graduate from the Royal College of Art encouraged her progress. Her style is unique and difficult to categorize. However, it is generally accepted that it falls into the naive/primitive style. She is a member of the Association of British Naïve Artists.
Serena’s artwork has been included in published books and other literature and exhibited in various exhibitions although due to the time it takes to complete her paintings, the original paintings are not exhibited often. Despite this, her artwork has found its way into homes around the world.
Her collection of paintings have come to be known as ‘The Salad Days.’
Serena is sometimes referred to as the “Happy Lowry!”
