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 and 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 and 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