Martin Devine originally discovered an artistic ability in portraiture and wildlife, moving onto landscapes which have now become his recognized field in a very distinctive style...

Employing colour theory, varied use of tone and differing brushstrokes to present a contemporary image of the landscape, aiming to change the perception of the landscape seen by the viewer : inspired by minimalism, spare with detail, encouraging a regard for simplicity...

Employing colour, abstraction and line to give distance in sky and land, sometimes altering tonal values and other times verging towards flat blocks of colour to emphasise basic shapes...

Work exhibited in many mixed exhibitions in various UK galleries since 2006, featuring in North Berwick, and now with over twenty paintings featured at The Figura Gallery in Windsor from 12th July to 9th September 2007...

Paintings are in a number of private collections around the world, including the UK, USA, and Japan. With over thirty commissions accepted from the UK and the States to date.