The Artist
My name is Steven Watson, also known as StainsByStev, and I’m an acrylic artist based in Edinburgh, Scotland.
I started painting during lockdown in early 2021 as a way to express myself. I lived alone in a small flat during the pandemic, and increasingly found myself imagining what might exist not only outside of my front door but also beyond the sky.
My paintings are peaceful, with bright auroras, endless stars, and often feature tiny creatures contemplating something far bigger than themselves. The universe is vast and wonderful, and my art is here to remind you that your everyday worries are small in comparison.
I am completely self taught and have developed my own unique, colourful painting style.
In my full time job, I work in marketing and promote hospitality venues across Scotland. Outside of that, I run regularly (ran my first half-marathon in Lake Garda this year and painted a piece about it!) and take care of a sourdough.
By sure to check out my Facebook, Instagram & TikTok – I try to post 3 times a week on each!