Tim Kent on painting techniques, patron relationships, and avoiding gallery systems

Tim Kent, an artist known for his architectural interiors and portraits, operates from a Brooklyn studio situated in a repurposed factory. Originally from Vancouver, he has a Turkish father and an English mother and relocated to New York at the age of 15. Kent pursued his education at Hunter College and West Dean College, where he honed his color mixing skills. His career took off in 2005 following a residency at Moncrief-Bray gallery. He produces artwork for British estates such as Uppark and Petworth, with the Duke of Buccleuch as his patron. Preferring to work from on-site photography and sketches, he draws inspiration from historical painters and experiments with materials like egg-oil emulsions. At 38, he has stepped away from social media to concentrate on his artistic endeavors.