BRITISH FOOTBALL ART
Legends on canvas
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An acrylic portrait painting of Brian Clough on canvas.
The greatest manager of England that never was... the legendary Brian Clough. Regarded as many as one of the best British football managers of all time after his award winning tenure at Derby County F.C. and Nottingham Forest F.C.
Action montages
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Action painting of Gary McAllister during an international Scotland vs West Germany. McAllister represented his national side for nine years, winning 57 caps and scoring five goals. His leadership qualities were noticed, and he spent four years as Scotland captain in addition to two seasons as Leeds United captain.
Football memorabilia art
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A memorabilia painting featuring Billy Wright, Peter Shilton, Jack Charlton and Bobby Moore in the center lifting the 1966 World Cup.
NOTABLE COLLECTORS
Gary Lineker OBE
Peter Shilton MBE.,OBE
John Barnes MBE
John Hartson
Roy Bentley…Chelsea FC & England
Alan Smith. ex Arsenal & England (Sky/Telegraph)
Dave Mackay…Spurs & Scotland
Sir Bert Millichip…courtesy The FA, Lancaster Gate
Gary McAllister MBE
Gordon Strachan OBE
Bert Williams MBE
Billy Wright…courtesy Mrs Joy Wright
Peter Crouch
Glenn Hoddle
Sir Alex Ferguson CBE
EQUESTRIAN ART
Horses in action
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An acrylic portrait action montage of horses racing in the snow.
Raceday paintings
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A classic scene from a York event sponsored by William Hill.
Equestrian icons
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A painting of Lester Piggott popularly known as "The Long Fellow" sat on his horse Nijinski at the Epsom Derby in 1970 - which the partnership won along with many other titles.
SAILING ART
Exhilarating sailing moments
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This painting depicts a dramatic sailing scene. A group of sailors are working hard on a sailboat that is leaning heavily in rough waters, suggesting strong winds or a storm. The sea is painted with vigorous brushstrokes, showing choppy waves, while the sky appears stormy with dark clouds. Splashes of water around the boat add to the sense of movement and action. This artwork captures the intensity and teamwork required in sailing under challenging conditions, highlighting human effort against natural elements.
Sailing action painting in acrylics using impasto style palette knife.
America’s Cup painting
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A vibrant action piece as several yachts battle for the finish line in the America's Cup. Acrylic on canvas.
Equestrian icons
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Creating each montage for the RYA Sail For Gold ball was always exciting, but this one for London 2012 had special significance for Brian. Featuring the British Olympic medal winners; Sir Ben Ainslie on Finn, Paul Goodison on Laser, Hannah Mills & Saskia Clark in the Woman's 470 and Iain Percy & Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson on Star.
COMMISSION BY THE ROYAL YACHTING ASSOCIATION - 1996 to 2016 OLYMPICS
Since the memorable 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games, Brian West has been the artist of choice for The Royal Yachting Association. With each successive Olympiad, up to the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games, Brian has been entrusted with the prestigious task of capturing the essence of competition and the spirit of The British Sailing Team. His commissioned works are not mere paintings; they are vibrant action montages that bring to life the team’s dynamic performances on the water.
Each piece is a visual symphony, celebrating the athletes’ dedication and the nation’s love for the sport. Through his art, West has chronicled over two decades of Olympic history, preserving the legacy of British sailors in a series of masterpieces that have become as much a part of the team’s heritage as their medals and accolades.
CRICKET ART
Infield exciting moments
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This painting depicts an abstract action scene from a cricket match with vibrant colors and various shapes. The dynamic use of color creates a sense of movement within the composition. Acrylic brush and palette knife on canvas, painted in 2007.
A cricket legend in action
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This was a action painting of David Gower OBE that he commissioned from Brian in 2000.
David was captain of the England cricket team during the 1980s and was described as one of the most stylish left-handed batsmen of his era, Gower played 117 Test matches and 114 One Day Internationals (ODI) scoring 8,231 and 3,170 runs, respectively. He was one of the most capped and high-scoring players for England during his period, and only Jack Hobbs made more runs against Australia than Gower's 3,269. He was a part of the English squad which finished as runners-up at the 1979 Cricket World Cup.
Cricket star portrait
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Creating each montage for the RYA Sail For Gold ball was always exciting, but this one for London 2012 had special significance for Brian. Featuring the British Olympic medal winners; Sir Ben Ainslie on Finn, Paul Goodison on Laser, Hannah Mills & Saskia Clark in the Woman's 470 and Iain Percy & Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson on Star.
NOTABLE COLLECTORS
Tim Robinson. Notts CCC & England
David Gower OBE
Dame Rachael Heyhoe-Flint MBE
Lords Taverners Charity Auction…courtesy Trevor Bennett
David Gower OBE
Dame Rachael Heyhoe-Flint MBE
TENNIS ART
On-court tennis action
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The painting depicts a female tennis player wearing red in the midst of a game. The background features abstract elements and vibrant colors that blend into each other, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere. The use of color and motion in the painting conveys the intensity and movement inherent to the sport of tennis. Acrylic brush painting on canvas.
One of the greatest tennis players of all time
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A painting depicting Serena Williams, regarded as one of the best tennis players of all time. Serena brought a style and power to the female game that had not been seen before and Brian tried to capture this in this abstract painting that shows her kinetic movement through colour trails.
Classic artwork depicting a tennis icon
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Mats Wilander action painting acrylic on canvas. From 1982 to 1988, Mats Wilander won seven major singles titles (three at the French Open, three at the Australian Open, and one at the US Open), and one major men's doubles title (at Wimbledon).
CYCLING ART
Power to the finish line
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This painting captures the exhilarating motion of a cyclist in form. Depicted using expressive brushstrokes and palette knife to convey a sense of speed and determination. The abstract background, with its vibrant colors and blurred elements, enhances the feeling of rapid movement, as if the viewer is witnessing the race firsthand. The interplay of light and shadow adds depth and realism, highlighting the athlete’s form and the intricate details of the bicycle. This artwork beautifully merges realism with expressive abstraction, celebrating the spirit of athleticism and the thrill of competitive cycling.
A win for a road racing legend
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The great Sean Kelly, or 'King Kelly', as his fellow professionals and fans referred to him, is one of the greatest cyclists the World has ever seen. This painting depicts him finishing first in a race from the 1980's.
Capturing the speed of the moment
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This painting depicts a rider in a yellow jersey in the Tour De France. The energy and movement as the cyclist breaks away is depicted as burning energy that follows behind.
GOLF ART
Greens, grit, glory
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A dreamy painting style depicting a golfer having just taken a swing. Acrylic on canvas.
One of the greatest golfers of all time
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The painting is a dynamic portrayal of Tiger Woods, captured in the midst of a powerful swing. A particular focus was placed on the motion and form and the background is alive with energetic, thick yellow brushstrokes that convey the intensity and movement inherent in the sport. "The painting’s vivid colors and expressive technique reflect the vigor and passion of the game."
Art showing the emotion of golf
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An impressionist artwork of a golfer after missing a crucial putt, showcasing the energy and elegance of the sport through bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. Ideal wall art for golf enthusiasts.
RUGBY
Intense rugby match art
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A painting of an intense Rugby Union match scrum - A striking painting capturing the fierce competition of a rugby match, with players locked in a scrum.
A Rugby Union icon
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A portrait of Will carling O.B.E. using acrylic palette knife on canvas.
Will Carling was England's youngest captain, aged 22, and won 72 caps from 1988 to 1996, captaining England 59 times. Under his captaincy, England won Five Nations Grand Slam in 1991, 1992 and 1995, and reached the 1991 World Cup final. Will Carling commissioned Brian to paint an action montage, see below.
Deep in the scrum action painting
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An acrylic painting on canvas capturing the intense action of a rugby match, highlighting the physicality and energy of the sport through vivid colors and dynamic brushstrokes. Ideal for rugby enthusiasts.
MOTORSPORT ART
Formula One pit stop
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A painting of an intense Rugby Union match scrum - A striking painting capturing the fierce competition of a rugby match, with players locked in a scrum.
Classic F1 Ferrari
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A portrait of Will carling O.B.E. using acrylic palette knife on canvas.
Will Carling was England's youngest captain, aged 22, and won 72 caps from 1988 to 1996, captaining England 59 times. Under his captaincy, England won Five Nations Grand Slam in 1991, 1992 and 1995, and reached the 1991 World Cup final. Will Carling commissioned Brian to paint an action montage, see below.
British Superbikes action painting
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An acrylic painting on canvas capturing the intense action of a rugby match, highlighting the physicality and energy of the sport through vivid colors and dynamic brushstrokes. Ideal for rugby enthusiasts.