About Lindsey McLaren
Life observed. Connection made visible.
I paint in oils to capture life as it’s felt — the warmth of a familiar street, the hush of open fields, the loyal presence of a companion by your side. My style is modern impressionist: expressive, atmospheric, and alive with movement and light.
Early Inspiration
My artistic journey began in childhood, guided by my father, a portrait artist who taught me to observe with care and draw with feeling. He loved Constable’s Hay Wain, and from him I inherited not only oil paints, but a belief that art connects us to what matters.
Years later, picking up his brushes again wasn’t just nostalgic — it was grounding. It brought me back to something essential, and I’ve been painting ever since.
Today's Work
Today, my work spans vibrant cityscapes, plein air landscapes, and portrait commissions — especially pets who are, to many of us, family.
Whether you're curating your home, marking a memory, or gifting something deeply personal, these paintings are made to be lived with — not just looked at.

Artistic Vision
My vision is to capture fleeting light, atmosphere, and presence — whether in the glow of a Newcastle street, the stillness of open countryside, or the soulful gaze of a beloved pet.
I paint as a way of preserving what matters before it slips away — moments of calm, character, and companionship that remind us who we are, and what we hold dear.
Exhibitions & Recognition
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'Winter's Trail' Open Exhibition, Badger in the Wall Art Gallery, Clapham, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. 31st October to 29th November 2025.
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'I'll Meet you at the Entrance' Highly Commended TALP Open 2024
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English Riviera Summer Open Exhibition, Artizan Gallery, Torquay, Devon, United Kingdom. 7th July to1st September 2024.
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Open Exhibition, The Badger in the Wall Art Gallery, Clapham, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. 15th June to 13th July 2024.
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Belford Arts Festival, Belford, Northumberland, United Kingdom. 13th - 14th July 2024.
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From Country to Coast Exhibition. Wild & Free Gallery, Whitley Bay, May 2024
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TCH23 Open Exhibition, The Customs House, South Shields 2023
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Washington Open Exhibition 2023: Spotlight Roots and Renewal, Arts Centre Washington
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Alnmouth Arts Festival, Alnmouth 2023
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Washington Open Exhibition 2022: Spotlight Exits and Entrances, Arts Centre Washington 2022
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TCH22 Open Exhibition, The Customs House, South Shields 2022
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TCH21 Winter Art Selling Exhibition, The Customs House, South Shields 2021
