These are some of the commissioned portrait paintings capture the inner essence and intimate detail of the person.The use of light and careful detailing are carefully considered to create a realistic portrait of the character of the individual.

Quinton always paints with passion and from his soul creating scenes from around the world but particularly Spain and Britain.That are brought to life with his unique style , vibrant colours of oil and translucent colours of watercolour .If you want a particular painting or portrait contact Quinton q@quintonpreston.com

Dog Portraits

Caricatures

The Villa painting was carried out with a detailed brief which included that the eye view was from the air and the composition was just to show the house isolated with the splendour of its own grounds with various variations of colour. There was no photographs from this aerial view point available so Quinton with his architectural background was able to carry out many sketches from the surrounding areas adjacent to the villa and then construct a detailed measured perspective of the property.

A watercolour painting of Newbury Marina . The brief for the paintings was it had to capture the whole site ,so many sketches and photographs were assembled and the first painting was produced showing the view from the air of all the boats individual details ,followed by a perspective sketch carried out from on top of one the buildings on the marina.

A commission from Paul Richmond of a waterclour painting showing the anniversary of Dos Leones with the owners Timo & Sirpa Juhala and all the locals .The scene was totally made up and assembled from lots of photos of bar and the local characters.

In Spain Quinton often goes to one of his favorite bars,Restaurant La Cornisa and he painted this for the owner Salvador ,a typical scene of the sunny terrace which includes him the chef and the locals

Lyndsey Best and the first steps of Oscar

Mark Peters A Malaga local radio DJ on Global radio who is keen photographer and specialises in sunrises & sunsets

This commission shows the owners past dogs assembled as one picture of all the dogs placed together on the sofa