Artist Bio

Paula Jobson is a wildlife artist based in Hereford.  She is known for drawing and painting the birds in her garden and in the wild. She uses her art to explore themes of interconnection between wildlife and human landscapes.

 Her years of country walking, map in hand, has inspired her to develop a conversation with the world that resonates with botanical observation. In particular, she creates a voice for nature by specialising in placing animals in her paintings to develop eye contact and establish a sense of the observer as the observed.

Paula has exhibited widely in her home city of Hereford with additional shows, including the Bath Art Fair. In addition, her artwork has been featured in Vogue Magazine and the Warwickshire Advertiser.

Paula has received the Award Of Excellence for Nature -Inspired Artist Of The Year 2024, and the Award of Excellence for Nature Inspired Artist of the Year 2023-2024 from the Warwickshire Advertiser. Warwickshire Advertiser feature article, page 4 – March 2024 

List of Projects Paula has participated in:

 Paula took part in a virtual summer camp at the University of Canberra, Australia at the centre for applied water science. The camp comprising of scientists and artists from across the planet, and included conversations with indigenous nations. The camp explored the themes of water, climate change, deep time and cultural knowledge. More about this cultural exchange and awakening on the following pages. 

Discover latest activities on instagram @paulajobsonart

Artist Statement 

I paint from an impulse to understand and celebrate the world around me.  Everything we see, even in the wildest spaces in the UK, have been shaped by humanity.  The swathes of moorland, the hill top copses, the stone walls, the water courses and highways.  Even down to our experience of the weather and of the fortunes of wildlife.

I physically and mentally connect to the energies around me tapping into my tai chi practice and painting fluidly extending movement from my core.  Although mainly using a brush or pen, I can paint with fingers, pipette and rag to help connect with my theme, I keep my core colour palette essentially earthy colours.  Painting feels like it should be an honest conversation and a worthy pursuit.  I paint as a way of communication.

Upcoming Exhibitions

New dates for 2026 coming soon.

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Past Exhibitions

Paula has an active exhibitions calendar, and she usually exhibits 3 times a year including the Bath Art Fair and the award winning Herefordshire Art Week.

Leominster Victorian Market – Saturday 14th December 2024

An enjoyable experience enhanced with bands of Victorian actors encouraging nostalgia for Christmas Past.  The Black and White market town of Leominster makes a wonderful catalyst.  This is the perfect Christmas shopping experience at the Lion Ballroom – off Broad Street, Leominster HR6 8DB. The gorgeous stately ballroom will provide a warm and welcoming experience.

More information on the Leominster Victorian Christmas Street Market visit their facebook page

Herefordshire Art Week – first week in September 2024

Take your time to feel uplifted and inspired by Herefordshire’s creative people. Paula is exhibiting in two venues this year.

Art at the Lion Ballroom – Leominster

Apple Store Gallery – Hereford

You can find further details at h-art.org.uk

Herefordshire Art Christmas weekends – 25/26 November & 2/3 December 2023

Take your time to enjoy the friendly and inspiring atmosphere set by Herefordshire’s creative people. Paula has an open studio and group exhibition at Apple Store Gallery – Unit 1 Rockfield Road, Hereford HR1 2UA

Leominster Victorian Market – Saturday 9th December 2023

Enjoy some nostalgia in the Black and White market town of Leominster. There are an array of Victorian entertanments and market stalls.  Enjoy the perfect Christmas shopping experience at the Lion Ballroom – off Broad Street, Leominster HR6 8DB

Bath Art Fair, Bath Pavilion, Bath – February 2023

Title: Fruit, Veg, Pen and Ink

Paintings in a new style with pen and ink, finished in acrylic paints. Inspired by indomitable ability of nature to create growth.