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A bright, sparkling, golden abstract painting

Welcome

Colourful abstract painting with puddles of mixed acrylic colours, predominantly red, white, gold and yellow, smashed against a dark gray background
Cosmic Hammer Smash

I was born and raised in Brighton, East Sussex, in the UK. I live in Paciano, Umbria in Italy, with my husband Barnet Boy, our two dogs and a gang of cats, including the famous Stevie Mouse. I write and promote my art as Dorothy Berry-Lound, but I am also known by my spirit name, ShannathShima, the snow leopard.

A view down an alleyway into a floral courtyard in an Italian town. Flagstone floor leads you past planted pots full of flowers and greenery and towards a seating area within the courtyard. There is a table and chairs, the sign for a restaurant and a water fountain. Behind the table there is a half open wooden doorway.
Floral Courtyard Cortona

Now retired, I have more time to devote to things I enjoy. This includes poetry, writing and art. I find it a wonderful thing that just as you think you are mastering a skill you realise there is a whole new level you need to develop. We never stop learning do we?

An abstract acrylic painting featuring deep purple, lilac shades and pink with yellow highlights.I create art you will love having in your home. It will make your heart smile! Why do I create my art? It makes me happy! I believe in having fun while creating – it brings out the child in all of us!

I work from my art studio, looking out over fabulous views of the Italian countryside. Usually accompanied by the smell of incense and some loud music to dance to! I use a variety of techniques for my work, including painting colourful abstracts in acrylics. I am a highly spiritual person, and often that is reflected in my artwork. This video gives you an overview of my work.

I also specialize in photo art, also known as photo painting. This is where I take my own photographs and then enhance them digitally on my computer to give them an artistic feel. 

A cheeky gray tabby cat peeks through a doorway. The doorway is light wood and the door is only slightly open. We can see part of the head and shoulders of the cat. One ear is clearly pricked, the other is slightly hidden by the doorway. She is staring quite intently at you.
Looking From The Other Side

On this website, you will find an overview of where you can by prints of my artwork and also my various publications.

A vintage style, black and white photo of an older man and woman, both wearing glasses and looking very happy.
Dorothy and Barnet Boy

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Images (c) Dorothy Berry-Lound 2000-2025