Terry Bradley – ‘Confidence’ (Original) Signed

Original Terry Bradley oil painting titled ‘Confidence’, created in 2019. This striking piece features Bradley’s signature style, depicting a Geisha style female bust with floral hair adornments, against a muted gold backdrop. The painting features vibrant use of blues, reds and greens creating a colourful contrast with the heavy black shadowing. Signed by the artist. Dimensions: 40 x 28 inches (101.6 x 71.1 cm). Medium: Oil on Board. This is not a print.

Born in Belfast in 1965, Terry Bradley grew up during The Troubles and found a form of escapism in art. He discovered how drawing calmed his nerves and he was able to lose himself in the complexities of observing people and then recreating them on paper. Bradley’s work often features strong characters who have lived hard lives and show the wounds they carry. Broken noses, scars and tattoos on the men and streaked make up and tear stains on the women, Bradley’s subjects show their vulnerabilities, yet their look remains defiant and challenging.