In The Story of a Painting – Green Air, I reveal how a large-scale work emerged through stages of acrylic underpainting, stitching canvas sections, and oil layers. It’s a journey of time, gesture and landscape energy condensed into a moment of visual stillness — a painting about air, land and memory.

Explore my latest series of abstract paintings at the Arnup Open Studios near York. Visitors will be able to see finished paintings, works in progress, and learn more about my process as a contemporary British abstract painter. This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect directly with my practice and discover new, original artworks.

Thinking of commissioning a painting? In this post I walk you through how the process works—from choosing size, material and palette, to understanding timelines and cost. Whether you’re new to collecting or looking for a tailored piece, I’ll show you how I collaborate with clients to create original work that fits both vision and space.

Explore Liz Foster's curated collection of 20 small-scale paintings in her latest e-catalogue, A Miscellany of Small Works. These pieces, created alongside her larger canvases, offer a focused glimpse into her evolving artistic journey.

Explore "The Space Between" series, a collection of works on paper from 2024 that delves into repetition, process, and color. This series translates the artist's signature brushwork from oil to watercolor, offering a meditative and introspective experience. An e-catalogue featuring the complete series is available.

A reflection on the British Art Fair and Tracey Emin at the Whitecube, London.

Liz Foster explores her creative process with watercolours, using them for sketching and spontaneous exploration of ideas. She also discusses her "Strip" series and offers practical tips on framing and preserving watercolour artworks.

In the blog post I share the creative process behind this oil painting, where I reduced vibrant colours and pattern to layers of white paint with subtle hints of colour.