Julie studied Fine Art at the University of Reading 1980-84 where she was taught by Richard Wilson, Mali Morris, Albert Irvin and Terry Frost. Art Residencies, Projects & Art Writing are also part of her practice. Her Residencies, Projects and Publications are listed on this website.
"Daily walks on the south coast inform my work. I enjoy the excitement and immediacy of working outside. I relate to the coast and living on the edge of the landscape. The endless space from the cliff top to the horizon is a constant source of inspiration. I sit on the beach painting the landscape and distant figures standing at the waters edge. My work made on paper are memories, which capture the a feeling of space and the transience of our existence. The paintings and work in paper give an alternative view of reality. Subtle layers of paint and texture give a depth to each piece and as I paint I push the boundaries of the medium. When I work there is constant reference to nature and a desire to reach the heart of the matter."
Julie Collins 2019
"Daily walks on the south coast inform my work. I enjoy the excitement and immediacy of working outside. I relate to the coast and living on the edge of the landscape. The endless space from the cliff top to the horizon is a constant source of inspiration. I sit on the beach painting the landscape and distant figures standing at the waters edge. My work made on paper are memories, which capture the a feeling of space and the transience of our existence. The paintings and work in paper give an alternative view of reality. Subtle layers of paint and texture give a depth to each piece and as I paint I push the boundaries of the medium. When I work there is constant reference to nature and a desire to reach the heart of the matter."
Julie Collins 2019