Sean Thornhill

About the Artist

Sean Thornhill is a Cambridgeshire-based artist inspired by Bauhaus, Brutalism, Scandinavian design, and mid-century modern aesthetics. Working from his garden studio, he explores how form, light, and space interact, creating pieces that balance architectural precision with subtle dynamism. Thornhill’s practice is motivated by a fascination with the interplay of light and shadow, and how minimalist, layered compositions can evoke movement, depth, and quiet drama. Both his wall reliefs and prints invite viewers to reconsider perception, dimensionality, and the dialogue between two- and three-dimensional surfaces.

Aesthetic

Thornhill’s wall reliefs are sculptural, layered, and minimalist, casting evolving shadows that change with natural or artificial light. His prints offer a bold, graphic contrast and, when displayed together, they create a dialogue between flat surfaces and textured depth. The combination of materials, structure, and light produces work that is at once visually striking and contemplative. Thornhill’s compositions are both precise and approachable, making them compelling additions to modern interiors while engaging viewers in a subtle, evolving experience.