Contemporary Coastal Art Inspired by Cornwall

A painter of sea, weather, and wild shoreline

Based in Bude, Cornwall, Sue Read creates expressive coastal paintings shaped by the energy, light, and movement of the North Cornish coast.

Her work draws you into the landscape — towards wild surf, shifting skies, and the dramatic edges of land and sea. Through layered mixed media, each piece captures not just a place, but the spirit and feeling of being there.

Often described as “painting that comes from the heart — visual poetry from a landscape that moves you, rooted in the joy of living”, her work reflects a deep, personal connection to the coastline.

My work is rooted in observation, but guided by feeling — an ongoing exploration of atmosphere, memory, and the changing nature of the coast.

[Read more on the About Sue page →]

Original Paintings

Original paintings take time to complete. Current work available is shown here and Sue welcomes visitors to the studio to see work in progress. , bringing the atmosphere of the North Cornwall coast into your home.

Fine Art Prints for Interiors & Collectors

For those drawn to the coast, Sue has curated collections of seascape fine art giclee prints .

Visit the Studio in Bude, Cornwall

Studio visits are warmly encouraged for those in the area.

Set within a peaceful barn studio, this is an opportunity to experience the work, view original paintings and prints, and share in Sue’s ongoing connection to the sea and her process.

Visits are by appointment.

In the summer of 2023, at his invitation, Sue was featured on Rick Steins Cornwall Read more about it here