Peter van Breda Zimbawean, b. 1957

One of the UK's leading en plein-air painters

Peter's mesmerising impressionistic landscapes of London, Paris and Venice capture their essence in all weathers and at all times of day. He has travelled widely and painted in many major cities, providing great stimulus and a strong contrast with the African landscapes Peter left behind. His childhood experience of growing up on a remote farm, close to nature, has strongly influenced his perception and ability to read his surroundings. 

 

Working Plein-air, Peter draws much of his inspiration from the immediacy of the process. He works at speed to capture the effect of light and atmosphere before it changes. From Botswana to London, Peter’s paintings offer bursts of colour and a magical evocation of time and place that invites the viewer to share an experience.