Bespoke Art from North Yorkshire
Vicki Davidson Art
Bright, dynamic and inspiring artwork from the heart of North Yorkshire. Vicki depicts animals, portraits and landscapes in bold tonal contrasts and in a variety of medium, including oil, pastel, acrylic, watercolour and charcoal.
Vicki’s work attracts customers from around the world.
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About Vicki
Vicki Davidson is an artist with a passion for bright, dynamic and inspirational art. Always keen to experiment, Vicki works in oil, pastel, acrylic, watercolour, charcoal…and anything she can get her hands on to make a mark really! Subjects include sketches, portraits, animals (especially hares!) and, more recently, landscapes.
Although Vicki studied art and design at ‘A’ Level, a busy career in nursing has left little time for her passion. Vicki’s nursing career has taken her around the world, including London, Australia, an African expedition and even some time in a Field Hospital during her time as a reservist with the Queen Alexandra’s Royal Army Nursing Corps. Now her two children are growing up, and needing her less, Vicki has decided to pursue her passion for art.
In 2017 Vicki started sharing her work on social media and in a few select local galleries. The artwork has rapidly generated a keen interest, resulting in commissions and requests for prints of the work. Vicki still works as a nurse for the NHS, currently at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. Vicki, originally from Dartmoor in Devon, lives on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales with her husband and two children.
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This was my first ever oil painting, from 2018.
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I learnt lots and really enjoyed the process. I was also really chuffed when someone bought it at one of the first art fairs I did ☺️
I have a bit of a love-hate relationship with oil as it can be easy to get things a little ‘muddy’ and the process requires lots of patience 😄. That being said, I think some of my best paintings have been in oil.
#oilpainting #learningtopaint #robin #birdart #firstoilpainting #lovetolearn
Sep 12
My cycling art has been popular just recently, with the coasters especially so 🚴🏽♂️ ☕️
By popular demand, you can now find four different and colourful road cyclists to make a super mixed set.
I was going to go out on my bike today but decided it was just too hot 🥵, so I mopped the floors instead 🤔 😆
#cycling #cyclingart #roadbike #bikegift #cyclinggift #cyclelife
Sep 7
Greeting cards!
These two new arrivals are now available in my store- and already very popular 🚴🏻♀️
Greeting cards are blank inside for your own message and come with white diamond-flap envelope.
I’ve just counted, and there are now 44 different designs to choose from 😮
Only £2.50 each, with 20% discount for 5 or more 🥰
#greetingcards #cards #sendacarddeliverasmile #cycling #cyclinggifts #giftforcyclists #roadbike #mountainbike #downhill
Sep 5
Catching up with online orders from the weekend and getting them shipped 🚛
I love wrapping and packing orders. Yep- I love wrapping presents too and it’s one of my favourite parts of Christmas 😆
#onlineshopping #artshop #artgallery #coasters #cyclingmerch #cyclingfans #cyclingcoasters #cyclinggifts #giftsforhim #artlovers
Sep 4
🚴🏽♂️ Cycling Coasters!
The most popular coasters in my store ♥️
Available individually, or sets of four in beautiful branded packaging.
You can choose a mixed set (like these four road cyclists) and just let me know the ones you’ve selected in the note at checkout.
🚴🏻♀️ Pedal fast- 15% off ALL online purchases ends midnight tonight.
Coupon code: ‘Summer15’
#cycling #cyclist #cyclinggift #cyclingcoaster #cyclingart #bike
Sep 3
Wow- thank you for your online orders this weekend 🥰
🍦 The ‘end of summer’ sale ends midnight Sunday, so still time for you to take advantage of this special offer.
🌟 15 % off EVERYTHING online.
💻 Coupon code: ‘Summer15’
#artsale #artforsale #artforthehome #animalart #northyorkshireartist
Sep 2
⚡️ Flash sale online now!
I am running a quick flash sale this weekend to give you 15% off ALL products across my online store.
I will also be adding some new pieces, so keep an eye on my website this weekend 👀
OFFER ENDS MIDNIGHT SUNDAY
I’ve added this fiery Scottish Abstract mixed media piece today- one of my favourite paintings in the landscape section so far!
It’s giving me Autumn vibes! 🍂
#artsale #artforsale #landscape #artforthehome #interiordesign #homedecor #wallart #vickidavidson #scottishlandscape
Sep 1
💙 🩵
The original of ‘Blue Boxing Hares’ was painted on an extra large canvas, so made quite an impact! The customers chose a white tray frame which set the colours off beautifully.
This image is available as a greeting card, although I have not made it available as a fine art print….yet!
What do you think- would you like a print available of this image- or an extra large canvas to match the original maybe?
Do you have the right interior to accommodate these bold colours?!
Thanks, as always, to @suecrosswildlife for inspiring reference photos
#boxinghares #animalwildlife #animalpainting #acrylicpainting
Aug 28
‘Running Hare 2’
Created with quick gestural lines in ink and watercolour wash.
Available as a print in 3 different sizes and also a greeting card.
I’ve been seeing lots of hares recently on my evening walks- luckily there are plenty in the fields nearby 💕
#hare #hareart #wildlife #animalart #northyorkshireartist #bigears #artprints #artforyourhome
Aug 27
‘Coo with a Yellow Earring’
Another of my favourites, and a bestseller 🖤 🤍 💛
⭐️ Fun fact 1.
I kept the original and he has been part of my own collection at home. I thought he deserved a trip out though so took him to @greatyorkshireshow and he sold.
I have a space on my wall now!
⭐️ Fun fact 2.
This image is available as a fine art print, greeting card, coaster, fridge magnet and - just in- a little jute bag ☺️
#heilancoo #cowart #highlandcow #highlands #scotland #moo #vickidavidson #pastelart #unisonpastels #blackandwhiteart
Aug 26
‘South West Coast Path’
Painted as a commission, and one of my best selling prints!
The scene is actually a combination of a few different photos and a teeny bit of artistic licence to get it exactly the way the customer requested- but I loved the challenge of painting this.
I haven’t done many landscapes- or seascapes- but something I will be exploring more over the next few months 😀
#landscape #coastpath #southwestcoastpath #southwestcoastalpath #cornwall #lovecornwall #bythesea #seascape #landscape #acrylicpainting #vickidavidson
Aug 25
Art fairs and shows.
Lots of fun to do, and a wonderful opportunity to showcase work, find a new audience and network with fellow artists, makers and small businesses.
I’ve been doing shows for about 3 years now and have learnt so much, and I think I’m getting better at setting out my stall through trial and error.
There is a great deal of hard work that goes into each event, with the planning, setting up, taking down and long days on your feet.
The weather can also affect things 🌧️ , as was the case at this years @yorksdalesfest - but even that was fun, and I didn’t need to worry about going to the gym that weekend; 15 trips back and forth to the van through the mud in order to get packed up was a fabulous workout 💪 😆
I get lots of questions from new artists about art shows and so head to my blog for some ideas and top tips on how to get started.
Whilst shows are hard work, I find them to be rewarding and worthwhile.
My next event will be @living_north Christmas Fair at @yorkraces November 9th -12th
You can read my blog via www.vickidavidson.com
(link in bio)
#art #artshow #artfair #localfair #howtoartfair #newartist #artexhibition
Aug 23
I miss working to a larger scale, as I’ve recently been focusing on my sketchbook ✍🏼 and smaller drawings.
However, two extra-large canvases arrived this week from @loxleyarts so I can get those big brushes and palette knives out again 🎨 🖌️ 😃
I even know what I’m going to paint- any ideas?! 🤔
#artist #artstudio #artistatwork #artcanvas #painting #animalart
Aug 22
I’m looking forward to welcoming visitors to pen 144 in aisle 3 on day 2 of @artinthepen here in #skipton #northyorkshire
I believe there may be some tickets left this afternoon, so still chance to attend if you fancy 🎨
#artinthepen #northyorkshire #northyorkshireartist #vickidavidson #artforsale #artlovers #artforthehome
Aug 20
A bit of a mad scramble this morning to get everything finished- I’m usually more organised 😆
Anyway, my cattle pens are all set and I am very much looking forward to a great weekend here at @artinthepen 🎨
Hoping to also catch up with friends @michaelclaxtonartist @nolon_stacey @pandafluidartcreations @rosiesmithartist @dottyearlart @dawnblatherwickartist @carolyatesart
Thank you to Andrew and his team for such hard work to bring it all together 🙏
If you’re planning on visiting, you will find me in the middle of aisle 3 in pen 145 👋
#artforsale #skipton #northyorkshire #originalart #art
Aug 19
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take commissions
Unfortunately I am unable to take new commissions just at the moment, this is because my waiting list is full.
Don’t worry though, commissions will be available again, so please keep an eye on the website and my social media accounts for updates in regard to this.
Do you ship overseas?
Yes! Shipping costs are applied in the shop. If you are outside the UK and your order includes a framed original, then please get in touch via hello@vickidavidson.com to arrange shipping of this item.
Is your work available in galleries?
Yes. I have work in the following local galleries if you would like to visit and view paintings in person.
Coastal Fine Art and Framing, Town Hall Buildings, Northallerton, North Yorkshire.
https://www.facebook.com/townhallbuildings
The Animal Art Gallery, Malton, North Yorkshire
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First Impressions Bespoke Framing, Barnard Castle, North Yorkshire
https://www.facebook.com/First-Impressions-Bespoke-Framing-1661803324075007/
I am also a represented artist with the following international gallery where work can be viewed online;
Artios Gallery, New York
Do you supply prints in frames?
Prints are supplied with a hard backing board and laser-cut mount in a neutral colour (usually cream or white). It is then acetate wrapped for protection.
I can arrange bespoke framing if required. This can take up to four weeks, will be priced individually depending on choice and will incur a higher shipping cost.
Again, for original works, if not already in a frame, then I can assist with this.
Please contact me via hello@vickidavidson.com to discuss your framing requirements
What if I don't like my picture?
I hope you will be delighted with your new artwork. However, in the unlikely event you are not entirely satisfied then please contact me via hello@vickidavidson.com
I am happy to provide a full refund provided the artwork is returned in perfect condition. Return shipping costs to be paid by the customer.
Can I order prints in different sizes?
Yes! Please contact Vicki via hello@vickidavidson.com to discuss bespoke print sizes.
What is Giclée printing?
Giclée is a French word (pronounced Zhee-Clay) which literally means “fine spray”. Giclée fine art prints are produced digitally on high quality inkjet printers, which have the capability to reproduce a much wider range of colours than conventional processes, due to the specially formulated inks and media used. The Giclée process is really the only current solution available to artists who wish to obtain a close match to their original work and have the peace of mind that the prints will remain vibrant and fade resistant for decades to come.
All of the printing at Vicki Davidson is carried out by Nidd Imaging. Their quality of prints is exceptional!
Each print is approved by Vicki to ensure the colour match is as exact as possible to the original.
You can see more about Nidd Imaging and their printing process via; http://www.niddimaging.co.uk/