George Stuttard: An Artist Who Makes Color Feel Alive

George Stuttard has an intuitive grasp of color, using hue, weight, and movement to construct space with remarkable depth. His forms hover and shift at the edges, creating a kinetic energy that feels alive. Light plays across his surfaces, constantly reshaping the interaction of colors. Having worked with George twice, I’ve seen firsthand how his paintings command a space—drawing the viewer in and subtly reshaping the experience of their surroundings.

Art became a place of solace for him after his mother’s passing. The process of painting allowed him to work through something that couldn’t be put into words. His connection to the medium comes through in the way he handles the surface. The paint is layered with care, applied in ways that create depth and movement. Some areas absorb light, while others push forward and create a sense of expansion.

His paintings activate the space around them. Colors seem to shift as you move, creating an experience that feels both immediate and immersive. The surfaces hold detail that reveals itself gradually. Up close, the subtle breaks in texture and traces of past decisions emerge.

Working with George, I’ve seen the patience and precision that shape his work. He gives each painting time to reach a point where nothing needs to be adjusted. The compositions feel complete without feeling fixed in place. The paintings continue to unfold with each viewing, revealing more through time and engagement.