Painting from life

Many of the artist’s works are of an allegorical nature and the process behind them aims to instil a sense of reality. 

Williams follows a studio methodology which developed during the early part of the 17th century - of painting from life, direct from the model in a darkened space and using light to direct the eye.

The artist regularly collaborates with models who often pose for many months. When particular props are required for paintings, Williams will make them in clay, plaster or other materials. These elements are then set up in the studio. As with all his paintings he works in a darkened studio with two directional lights, one on the subject and the other on the area of canvas being painted.