Scottish artist Susan Colvin (b. 1960, Glasgow, Scotland) is known for her dynamic and expressive compositions, which combine a variety of mediums, including painting, drawing, and collage. Her working process involves a deliberate and intuitive approach to mark-making and composition, often involving the layering and reduction of materials to create a sense of depth and complexity. For her paintings, Colvin applies and edits paint with a blade, allowing her to uncover unexpected shapes and forms within the composition. This process of reduction and discovery gives her works a sense of spontaneity and organic flow.

In addition to her abstract works, Colvin has also created illustrations inspired by classic children’s storytelling, such as Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. Her ability to move between different mediums and techniques, and her willingness to take creative risks, makes her a versatile and dynamic artist who is always exploring new avenues of expression. Whether working with abstract or figurative forms, Susan Colvin’s works are a testament to her passion for experimentation.