Original Contemporary Paintings Inspired by North Wales
Art rooted in the landscape, light, coastline, and changing atmosphere of North Wales.
Working primarily in acrylic on canvas, Sue creates original contemporary paintings that capture the quiet drama of the Welsh coast and countryside — from misty estuary mornings and soft coastal light to open skies, distant hills, and shifting water.
Her work is inspired by the places, moods, and natural forms that make North Wales so distinctive. Rather than simply recording a view, Sue’s paintings aim to reflect the feeling of being there: the stillness of an early morning tide, the glow of light across water, or the calm found in a familiar landscape.
A Sense of Place
North Wales has a strong visual identity. Its coastline, estuaries, mountains, and changing weather create endless variation in colour, texture, and light.
Sue’s paintings often explore these atmospheric qualities. Soft mist, layered skies, reflections, and subtle coastal tones are recurring themes in her work. Each painting is developed with attention to mood and composition, creating pieces that feel both contemporary and connected to place.
Her paintings are particularly suited to collectors who feel a personal connection with North Wales — whether through living locally, visiting regularly, or remembering a favourite coastal location.
Original Acrylic Paintings
Each piece is created as an original artwork, with its own character, surface, and sense of movement.
Acrylic paint allows Sue to build layers of colour and texture while retaining freshness and clarity. This gives her work a balance between softness and depth, helping to capture the atmosphere of coastal and landscape scenes without losing their natural energy.
Sue’s paintings are suitable for both modern and traditional interiors, offering a calm, expressive connection to the Welsh landscape.
Inspired by Coast, Light, and Atmosphere
Much of Sue’s work is influenced by the coast and estuaries of North Wales, including areas such as Aberdyfi and the surrounding landscape.
These are places where light changes quickly, tides alter the shape of the scene, and weather can transform the mood of the landscape within minutes. Sue’s paintings reflect that sense of movement and atmosphere, often focusing on the quieter moments — early morning light, mist, reflections, and open space.
Collecting Sue Griffiths Art
Sue Griffiths Art offers original contemporary paintings for collectors across North Wales and throughout the UK.
Whether chosen as a personal reminder of a special place, a meaningful gift, or a statement piece for the home, each painting is created with care and a strong connection to the Welsh landscape.
For available work, commissions, or enquiries, please visit the current collection or contact Sue Griffiths Art directly.