About Edward Hersey
Edward Hersey was born in Croydon, Surrey, England, 1948.
He is known for his attention to the detail in his work of the British countryside. His distinct style and choice of subject as well as the mood and lighting makes his work instantly recognisable. Hersey’s paintings capture the nostalgic tranquil atmosphere of rural Britain, which has made him one of the most highly sought after traditional painters of his generation.
Edward Hersey’s career as an artist is both long-standing and established. His formative years were spent living in southern England, where he was first inspired by the rich, varied landscape and abundant farm buildings that have become his trademark throughout the course of his career. As his career continues to thrive, he remains inspired by new and interesting subjects, extensively travelling in order to record the style and variation in farm buildings across the country.
Hersey is one of the most highly sought after traditional painters of his generation.