Based in Brighton, Diana Richardson creates vibrant, contemporary paintings that celebrate the energy and personality of animals. After a successful career in financial services, she embraced her lifelong passion for art in 2024 and transformed a beloved hobby into a thriving artistic practice.

Diana defines her work with bold colours, dynamic textures, and an urban edge, offering a fresh perspective on animal art. She experiments with acrylics and unconventional tools, including cardboard stencils and everyday objects, to infuse movement, depth, and character into each piece.

She focuses on the eyes of her subjects to capture emotion, individuality, and vitality, drawing viewers into a direct connection with the animals. Each painting combines careful layering with expressive brushwork, bringing charm, energy, and life to every subject. Through her contemporary, colourful animal art, Diana Richardson shares her love of animals and creativity, bringing joy and wonder into homes.