These paintings are some of the most refined issuing from David Rycroft's innovative technique. The sweeping layers of oil colour evoke a naturalness that is at once serene and dynamic.

Yet, as with Zen calligraphy, these are not simply external 'landscapes', but results of the artist's meditative engagement with traditional materials in a wholly fresh way.

Hokusai (2009)

oil on card 62 x 43 cm

Natural Wonder (2010)

oil on card 61 x 40 cm

Path of Aspiration (2007)

oil on card 58 x 38 cm

Abiding Space I (2007)

oil on card 64 x 42 cm

Pure Vista (2006)

oil on card 42 x 64 cm

private collection

shortlisted for the Celeste Art Prize, London 2007