Cosimo Art

"artists, introspection is your super power. those doubts you feel are the same thing that allows you to create." 🔍🤔🖼️

"artists, struggling with creative block? go for a walk. look beyond the studio."🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️🖌️🎨

"artists, even michelangelo felt like an imposter. don't let that feeling stop you from sharing your value with the world." 💬🏛️🎨👨‍🎨

"artists, what you're doing is incredibly hard. keep going. you have plenty to be proud of." 💬 💪🎨

No matter what: Keep on doing what you love ❣️

"artists, you started doing this because you love it. never forget why you do what you do." 💬❤️🖼️

"artists, make art you care about. there will be other weirdos out there who also care." ⭐🖼️

Artists, Keep Staying Weird 😜

"artists, give your work space. take time to refresh and relax. your art will thank you later." 💡🌈

"artists, don't be afraid of rejection. use it as fuel for your next opportunity." 🎨💬

Rejection is re-direction 🔁👏🎉

Friday Art Inspiration 🎨👏 🎉

"artists, your work is good enough. don't wait for validation from others. keep on making" 💬🌟

"artists, don't be afraid of rejection. use it as fuel for your next opportunity" 💡💫🎨

Spring is just around the corner ... 💐⛰️

View this artwork, "Spring on the Malvern hills" by Artist Rachel Tighe () 🖼️

Now available: £375.00 🛒

We absolutely love the pink outlines and Spring time palette Artist Rachel Tighe uses in this artwork! The work is simple, minimalistic yet bursts with a powerful sense of energy via Rachel's bold use of line, shape and colour 💥🌈🖌️

Tighe is a full-time artist based in Birmingham. She uses bright, striking colors as a way to express herself - as she writes, "whether it's painting a vibrant cityscape scene, organic florals or my most recent exploration into abstract expressionism. I have a passion for colour and composition and I get so much from creating art." 🌇🌷

"artists, make the work you love and sales will follow" 💬🎨

💪 Motivational Wednesday Quotes - Always remember to lead with passion when making art; Have faith that sales will follow💰Keep on creating! 🖼️

Wave Goodbye to the Week; Hello to the Weekend 🌊👋

View this Acrylic artwork, "WAVE GOODBYE" by Artist Natalie Mills () 🖌️

Available now: £690.00 🛒

We love love the intense blue colour of this artwork by Birmingham artist Natalie Mills 💙🖼️ The piece, "WAVE GOODBYE" is an abstract piece which consists of fluid acrylics such as Teal and White on a solid black background. Through the combination of these artistic materials, as Natalie writes, "the top layers of colour [are able] to 'pop' beautifully." This artwork was created leading up to the artist's Artist Residency in India, as she explains, "the name is symbolic to that time" prior to her trip and journey ✈️

Spring has sprung 🌿🌸

Make sure to check out this artwork, "Flurry" by artist Tara Harris () 🎨

Available now: £120.00 🛒

Well love this impressionist artwork by Birmingham artist Tara Harris. The oil pastel piece represents a perfect depiction of (the emerging) Spring Time. As the artist writes, "Spring is like an explosion [...] This oil pastel has energetic marks which depict the flurry and joy of [the] Spring." Harris is an artist who works in both impressionistic and expressive styles. She holds a BA Honors in Fine Art Print Making. Tara's artwork captures "the spirit of a place," she describes. Her artwork strives to draw in the view - allowing them to observe and take in the awe-inspiring life of nature 🖼️🌺

New Artist Alert 🎨❗

View this artwork, "Midnight" by Layla Oresme () 💫

Available now: £500.00 🛒

Layla Oresme presents an on-going series, "Astral Reveries," consisting of paintings which tell the story of, as she writes, "a Soul traveling through layers of realities and undergoing a plethora of experiences like death, rebirth, love and pain [...]." 🌠 Oresme is a Polish-born artist now based in London. Developing a love and fondness for Renaissance Master Painters such as Leonardo Da Vinci, Layla expands her own knowledge of Spirituality through her artwork and her own artistic practice, doing a deep dive into topics such as meditation, metaphysics and mysticism. Her artwork explores religious, mystical and alchemical symbolism met via a deep meditative state 🖼️🧘‍♀️

A Snowy Paradise ❄️☃️

Check out this artwork, 'Go Gently Into the Night' by Artist Elisa Trueman () 🎨

Now available: £125.00 🛒

A peaceful depiction of a snowy setting, this small 16x20 inch work on canvas depicts the artist's several years living in Cornwall. The artist describes her signature style as "contemporary and naive," she writes. We love the delicate, minimalist look of Trueman's painting. Through her precise and thin use of line, the detailing of the work's sky and stars look almost similar to paper cuts. Her landscapes remind us of scenes drawn by the likes of mid-19th century artists from the Hudson River School 👏 Elise often works in Acrylic or Oil mediums 🖌️

Elise has exhibited and sold her artwork in galleries and auction rooms across the UK and on an international level 🌍 She's a member of the Association of British Naive Artists (). She also took part in an exhibition at The Crypt Gallery in St. Ives in June 2023 🖼️ She's also been featured by The Artist Magazine 📖🇬🇧

'Not Another Social Media Art Post' 📱 🎨

We love this artwork, 'Social Tedia' by artist Marc Renshaw () 🖼️

Now available: £60.00 🛒

We're always fans of Renshaw's satirical art world-related illustrations! Using clever word play via the artwork's title, the work is all about the "tedious" idea of social media when it comes to being an artist and being in the art world 🤳 The fusion of technique and Marc's artistry is evident through his use of line, shape, colour and 'geometrically-striking' brushstrokes 🖌️🏛️

Marc Renshaw is an artist and illustrator based in North East Lincolnshire, UK. His use of many different creative media is integral to the artist's creative practice. Through his artwork, Marc researches the relationship between drawing and its, as he writes, "broad application as an autobiographical memory tool for communication and its ability to resonate on an intuitive level" 🧠 He's exhibited his artwork internationally in places such as the UK, USA and South Korea. The artist has also been nominated recently as an artist to watch on Axisweb 'Finance' () 💫 🏆

Cephalopot or Octopus? 🦑

View this ceramic artwork, 'Cephalopot' by Artist Miriam Rowan 🎨

Now available: £25.00 🛒

Miriam Rowan is a folk artist from York. Her Surrealist style represents a perfect creative blend of traditional ceramic art combined with the artist's imagination expression. Through Rowan's use of the broken teacup, the artist transforms the object through a unique approach to Japanese kintsugi technique and tradition. The artist sculpts intricate cephalopod-type creatures between the surfaces and cracks of the cup to, as Miriam writes, "add a more dynamic and captivating element to the design." 💭🖌️

Leaving For the Weekend 🚆🖼️

View this artwork, 'LEAVING TOWN' by Artist Natalie Mills () 🎨

Available Now: £640.00 🛒

"LEAVING TOWN' is inspired by the artists (pending) adventure to Southern India (part of an artist residency). The painting belongs to Natalie's collection called 'Freedom' - exploring, as she writes, "the juxtaposition of fear and freedom ... and embracing change, honesty and new beginnings." It is an acrylic, abstract work of art. We love the tangible-like texture seen in this piece 🛕😇

Natalie is an abstract artist from Birmingham. Moving to London in 1995, the artist holds a BA Hans in Fine Art from the Byam Shaw School of Art. 10 years ago, she began painting after her own hiatus: "Life got in the way!" she says 💭 Her artwork is inspired by the artist's personal journey - using her practice as a form of therapy 🧘‍♀️

Elemental Beauty 💫

Check out this artwork by 'Mountain' (of the 'I Ching' Series) by Artist Sam Weeks () 🎨

Available now: £350.00 🛒

'Mountain' ⛰️ is one of eight acrylic paintings on wood panel inspired by the ancient Taoist practice of I Ching. I Ching is a principle comprised of eight trigrams (natural elements). Through each artwork, the artist captures each element, "within its own realm," Weeks writes, "as a way to appreciate it in its singular, raw, elemental beauty." 🌄

Sam Weeks is an Abstract artist from Birmingham. She began her artist career in August 2022, after leaving her long career in education (having taught both adults and children). Sam now paints daily in her studio ("a wooden shed at the end of the my garden - it's my sanctuary," she describes). The artist also co-runs an artists' support network, 'Artists of South Birmingham' (UASB) () which has brought together over 170 local artists and craftspeople. She sells her work (originals and giclée prints) at Art markets (and often does artist demos and workshops). Sam is represented by two independent galleries based in Birmingham: Purple Gallery (purple_gallery_bournville) in Bournville and Seventh Circle Arts & Aesthetics (svnth_crcl) in Moseley.

"On Wednesdays We Wear Pink" 🎀 🎨

View this artwork, 'Clones who Lunch' by Artist Philly Quick 🖌️

Available now: £395.00 🛒

We love this bold, colorful Acrylic and Mixed Media piece on stretched canvas. In the era of Barbie (and Mean Girls Musical Movie), we thought we would highlight this artwork this week. We also really like the modern and contemporary take on this figurative portrait 💓

Philly Quick is an artist from York who creates Abstract pieces 🖼️

Another (Art) Fri-Yay! 🎨🎊

Make sure you view this artwork, 'Pr-lws-07' by Artist Tomas Rowell () 🖌️

Available now: £24.00 🛒

We're amazed by Tomas' geometric, hypnotic artwork 🌀🔵 Through his use of relative white space, the artist directs the viewer's eye - leaving a sense of "hypnotic unfamiliarity," he writes. Throughout his career, Rowell has explored the complexity of art through academia 🏛️

Tomas graduated from Leeds Art University (Fine Art), () 🎓 He has exhibited artwork in London, the United Kingdom and in Paris. His artwork has also been shown at the Royal Art Prize at La Galleria Pall Mall in London () 🖼️

The print is part of Cosimo's Affordable Collection. The work faithfully reproduces Tomas Rowell's original Abstract, Mixed Media artwork on premium museum-quality, German Hahnemühle paper. Through this process, the work maintains its intricate details, vibrant colours, lasting quality to ensure a sophisticated visual experience at an affordable price range (without straining your budget 💰👏). The print is part of an open edition 💫

Happy Valentine's Day, everyone! (Art makes the best gift) 💝🌹

View this amazing work 'Head of Delphinium' by Artist Rory Watson (.art) 🎨

Available now: £24.00 🛒

We love Rory's contemporary artworks. Now part of our new affordable art collection, curated from select artists, 'Head of Delphinium' add an elegant touch to your living space, without straining your budget 🖌️👏 (Also making it a perfect, special gift for a friend, family member, partner) 💌

This print faithfully reproduces Rory Watson's original oil painting on premium museum-quality paper - maintaining the work's intricate details, vibrant colours to ensure a sophisticated visual experience at an affordable price. The German Hahnemühle paper not only enhances the print's visual appeal, but also contributes to its lasting quality. The print is part of an open edition 🖼️

Watson is a London artist. He holds a BA Degree from Central Saint Martins () 🏛️He's completed residences with the Muse Gallery () and Art Inspirations. He exhibited his first London solo exhibition in Mary 2022. His artworks have been featured in multiple group shows. His artwork is also part of private collections, on an international level ✈️ 🌇 🏙️

Classic Fridays 🏛️🖼️

View this artwork, 'Ave Maria IV' by London and UK-based Artist Marcus Sprigens (.sprigens). Part of the 'Ladies of the World' Collection 🎨

Now available: £1100.00 🛒

Marcus uses a range of mediums from traditional canvases, digital imagery and wood sculpture in his artistic and creative process. 'Ave Maria IV' is a Renaissance-inspired painting intended to express the holy gaze of the traditional figure of the Virgin Mary. In this particular scene, the artist captures her face as she "looks upwards in a state of grace, full of sentiment and humble contemplation," he explains in his own words 😇

Through the artist's work, Marcus explores a variety of disciplines: portraiture, abstraction, surrealism and "the subconscious" - making his own way through the "inner and outer worlds [of his] artistic expression," he writes. The artist likes to work with oils, acrylics, pencils, chalk, charcoal, inks, a digital tablet, black walnut wood (for carving) 🖌️🪵

Taking a walk through Birmingham 🚶‍♀️ 💫

View this work, 'Oxford Street - Digbeth' by Artist Abbie Severn () 🖼️

Now available: £10.00 🛒

Originally from Pembrokeshire - Wales, Abbie moved to Birmingham six years ago to study and, as she writes, "never left having fallen in love with the City." Now based in Bristol, her former series - taken from the 3 year 'Digbeth Project' documents the creative quarter of Birmingham. Abbie's illustrative artworks showcase her love for Birmingham (and for the cities she's lived in). We love the fine, intricate details in Abbie's work - capturing an incredibly accurate depiction of this particular streetscape 🌇🎨

As artists, physical environments and surroundings are key components to the inspirations behind one's artwork: what inspires you about your city or town? 🤔🖌️

Elegant (over Casual) Fridays this week 💫💅

View this acrylic artwork, 'Sophisticated Simplicity - Portrait of People Art,' by Artist Elise Mendelle () 🖌️🎨

Now available: £250.00 🛒

Elise is a figurative artist from London. This specific piece, as the artist explains, "stands as a captivating example of how less can be more in the realm of art," as she continues, "the artist's skillful use of contemporary acrylic techniques showcases the power of simplicity in conveying emotions and depth." Through her work, Elise aims to capture the brilliant essence of her subjects through her portraiture 💠

Abstract Thursdays 🖌️👨‍🎨

Check out this wall sculpture by Artist Dominik Plizga 🎨

Now available: £300.00 🛒

Dominik is an artist from Portsmouth. His sculpture is created from Perspex 3D materials. The artist portrays the famous artist Salvador Dalí in Cubist style. Not only do we love the colours used in this piece, but we also like the artist's use of texture (view the artist's profile on our website for an amazing close-up of this artwork) 🔍🏛️