Paul's Artist Statement

Artist Statement

Informed by a lifelong connection to the sea, Paul Stretton-Stephens creates fine art photography that explores the fluid dialogue between nature and perception. Using Intentional Camera Movement (ICM), he abstracts the coastal landscape into luminous compositions where light, motion, and atmosphere converge.

Paul’s work transcends traditional representation, inviting viewers into an emotional response to place. Through deliberate movement of the camera, he captures not just what the eye sees, but what the soul senses—distilling the rhythms of waves, the whispers of sea breezes, and the vibrant energy of the shoreline into layered, painterly images.

His practice is deeply influenced by his cultural explorations, including indigenous art traditions, aboriginal workshops, and the artistic communities of Santa Fe, Mauritius, Australia, and Spain. This fusion of global inspiration informs his visual vocabulary and reinforces his commitment to expressing nature’s transience and beauty.

Working from his studio in Exmouth, Devon, Paul balances innovation and craft, offering work that resonates with collectors, curators, and audiences seeking a contemplative encounter with the coast’s enduring allure.

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