Leigh Hewson-Bower

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“Through the ‘eye’ of the camera, I can explore the possibilities inherent in a landscape, then sift through the images, sometimes combining several until I am satisfied with a final reference.”

Leigh Hewson-Bower is a Perth-based realist painter celebrated for his luminous seascapes and finely detailed depictions of Australia’s coastal landscapes, particularly those of Western Australia. Trained at the Caulfield Institute of Technology, he began his career in photography and scenic design before transitioning to full-time painting. Drawing on photographic references, Hewson-Bower meticulously layers acrylics to capture the clarity of water, the texture of reefs, and the vast, light-filled skies of the Australian coastline. His work reflects both technical precision and an emotional connection to place, and is represented in private and public collections across Australia and internationally.

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