Neil Eckersley OLY
@olyart.bsky.social
Contemporary Artist @ Portland Studio | Creative design, Photography, Art, Poetry, Motivational speaker. Olympic Artist, Olympic Medalist.
What do artists do all day?
Just put the finishing touches to my latest piece. Still haven’t found a name for it yet but it’s nearly there.
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#WhatDoArtistsDoAllDay #ArtistLife #InTheStudio #WorkInProgress #ArtJourney
Just put the finishing touches to my latest piece. Still haven’t found a name for it yet but it’s nearly there.
www.olyart.co.uk
#WhatDoArtistsDoAllDay #ArtistLife #InTheStudio #WorkInProgress #ArtJourney
November 16, 2025 at 3:35 PM
What do artists do all day?
Just put the finishing touches to my latest piece. Still haven’t found a name for it yet but it’s nearly there.
www.olyart.co.uk
#WhatDoArtistsDoAllDay #ArtistLife #InTheStudio #WorkInProgress #ArtJourney
Just put the finishing touches to my latest piece. Still haven’t found a name for it yet but it’s nearly there.
www.olyart.co.uk
#WhatDoArtistsDoAllDay #ArtistLife #InTheStudio #WorkInProgress #ArtJourney
What do artists do all day?
Just put the finishing touches to my latest piece. Still haven’t found a name for it yet but it’s nearly there.
www.olyart.co.uk
#WhatDoArtistsDoAllDay #ArtistLife #InTheStudio #WorkInProgress #ArtJourney
Just put the finishing touches to my latest piece. Still haven’t found a name for it yet but it’s nearly there.
www.olyart.co.uk
#WhatDoArtistsDoAllDay #ArtistLife #InTheStudio #WorkInProgress #ArtJourney
November 16, 2025 at 3:34 PM
What do artists do all day?
Just put the finishing touches to my latest piece. Still haven’t found a name for it yet but it’s nearly there.
www.olyart.co.uk
#WhatDoArtistsDoAllDay #ArtistLife #InTheStudio #WorkInProgress #ArtJourney
Just put the finishing touches to my latest piece. Still haven’t found a name for it yet but it’s nearly there.
www.olyart.co.uk
#WhatDoArtistsDoAllDay #ArtistLife #InTheStudio #WorkInProgress #ArtJourney
A few people were worried when I stepped back from elite judo coaching to focus on my art.
But it was an easy decision creativity has always been part of me.
And to be clear: I haven’t left judo.
I’m still promoting the sport, just in a different, more creative way.
#AthleteToArtist #JudoFamily
But it was an easy decision creativity has always been part of me.
And to be clear: I haven’t left judo.
I’m still promoting the sport, just in a different, more creative way.
#AthleteToArtist #JudoFamily
November 14, 2025 at 6:22 PM
A few people were worried when I stepped back from elite judo coaching to focus on my art.
But it was an easy decision creativity has always been part of me.
And to be clear: I haven’t left judo.
I’m still promoting the sport, just in a different, more creative way.
#AthleteToArtist #JudoFamily
But it was an easy decision creativity has always been part of me.
And to be clear: I haven’t left judo.
I’m still promoting the sport, just in a different, more creative way.
#AthleteToArtist #JudoFamily
In the studio working on a new piece inspired by NYC. I’ve always been obsessed with the city — even as a kid, sketching skylines in class. For me, New York isn’t just a place, it’s an idea: dare mighty things and push beyond your limits.
#NYC #ArtInspired #DreamBig
#NYC #ArtInspired #DreamBig
November 13, 2025 at 8:38 PM
In the studio working on a new piece inspired by NYC. I’ve always been obsessed with the city — even as a kid, sketching skylines in class. For me, New York isn’t just a place, it’s an idea: dare mighty things and push beyond your limits.
#NYC #ArtInspired #DreamBig
#NYC #ArtInspired #DreamBig
HIVE
I’m literally in the studio right now putting the finishing touches on this piece and yes, watching the paint dry.
This work celebrates the incredible city of Manchester, where I grew up a place buzzing with innovation, resilience, and creativity.
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I’m literally in the studio right now putting the finishing touches on this piece and yes, watching the paint dry.
This work celebrates the incredible city of Manchester, where I grew up a place buzzing with innovation, resilience, and creativity.
Www.olyart.co.uk
November 12, 2025 at 3:24 PM
HIVE
I’m literally in the studio right now putting the finishing touches on this piece and yes, watching the paint dry.
This work celebrates the incredible city of Manchester, where I grew up a place buzzing with innovation, resilience, and creativity.
Www.olyart.co.uk
I’m literally in the studio right now putting the finishing touches on this piece and yes, watching the paint dry.
This work celebrates the incredible city of Manchester, where I grew up a place buzzing with innovation, resilience, and creativity.
Www.olyart.co.uk
Huge thanks to the amazing artists behind “I Don’t Love You Any More” for saving & giving us our lightbulbs & plaques we picked them up today and they truly made our day.
Part of By the Light of Our Losses light up Lancaster
#ByTheLightOfOurLosses #ArtOfLoss #Lancaster
Part of By the Light of Our Losses light up Lancaster
#ByTheLightOfOurLosses #ArtOfLoss #Lancaster
November 11, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Huge thanks to the amazing artists behind “I Don’t Love You Any More” for saving & giving us our lightbulbs & plaques we picked them up today and they truly made our day.
Part of By the Light of Our Losses light up Lancaster
#ByTheLightOfOurLosses #ArtOfLoss #Lancaster
Part of By the Light of Our Losses light up Lancaster
#ByTheLightOfOurLosses #ArtOfLoss #Lancaster
“What do artists do all day”
Literally sit in the studio and watch paint dry.
Welcome to my world: layers, colours, chaos, and calm all rolled into one.
#NeilEckersleyArt #ModernArt #AbstractArt #ArtCollector #ContemporaryArt #ArtForSale #InvestInArt
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
Literally sit in the studio and watch paint dry.
Welcome to my world: layers, colours, chaos, and calm all rolled into one.
#NeilEckersleyArt #ModernArt #AbstractArt #ArtCollector #ContemporaryArt #ArtForSale #InvestInArt
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
November 9, 2025 at 2:58 PM
“What do artists do all day”
Literally sit in the studio and watch paint dry.
Welcome to my world: layers, colours, chaos, and calm all rolled into one.
#NeilEckersleyArt #ModernArt #AbstractArt #ArtCollector #ContemporaryArt #ArtForSale #InvestInArt
Www.olyart.co.uk
©️Neil Eckersley OLY
Literally sit in the studio and watch paint dry.
Welcome to my world: layers, colours, chaos, and calm all rolled into one.
#NeilEckersleyArt #ModernArt #AbstractArt #ArtCollector #ContemporaryArt #ArtForSale #InvestInArt
Www.olyart.co.uk
©️Neil Eckersley OLY
"What do artists do all day"
Putting the final touches to “Hive” in the studio inspired by the heartbeat of my childhood city, Manchester. A piece that celebrates harmony in the midst of chaos.
#ArtistAtWork #Studio #ContemporaryArt #Hive #ManchesterArt
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Putting the final touches to “Hive” in the studio inspired by the heartbeat of my childhood city, Manchester. A piece that celebrates harmony in the midst of chaos.
#ArtistAtWork #Studio #ContemporaryArt #Hive #ManchesterArt
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November 9, 2025 at 2:11 PM
"What do artists do all day"
Putting the final touches to “Hive” in the studio inspired by the heartbeat of my childhood city, Manchester. A piece that celebrates harmony in the midst of chaos.
#ArtistAtWork #Studio #ContemporaryArt #Hive #ManchesterArt
Www.olyart.co.uk
Putting the final touches to “Hive” in the studio inspired by the heartbeat of my childhood city, Manchester. A piece that celebrates harmony in the midst of chaos.
#ArtistAtWork #Studio #ContemporaryArt #Hive #ManchesterArt
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Standing beside this image of Keith Haring painting the Berlin Wall feels surreal.
Back then, before the wall came down, I was in Potsdam, competing in the East German Open — I lost in the final that day.
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Back then, before the wall came down, I was in Potsdam, competing in the East German Open — I lost in the final that day.
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November 8, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Standing beside this image of Keith Haring painting the Berlin Wall feels surreal.
Back then, before the wall came down, I was in Potsdam, competing in the East German Open — I lost in the final that day.
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Back then, before the wall came down, I was in Potsdam, competing in the East German Open — I lost in the final that day.
Www.olyart.co.uk
Hope
A whisper rises through the night,
A spark that outshines fear’s cold bite
When shadows fall and hearts grow sore,
Hope softly knocks upon the door.
It hums of dawn beyond the pain,
Of seeds that bloom after the rain.
A fragile thread, yet strong and true.
Hope lives in me, and lives in you.
A whisper rises through the night,
A spark that outshines fear’s cold bite
When shadows fall and hearts grow sore,
Hope softly knocks upon the door.
It hums of dawn beyond the pain,
Of seeds that bloom after the rain.
A fragile thread, yet strong and true.
Hope lives in me, and lives in you.
November 5, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Hope
A whisper rises through the night,
A spark that outshines fear’s cold bite
When shadows fall and hearts grow sore,
Hope softly knocks upon the door.
It hums of dawn beyond the pain,
Of seeds that bloom after the rain.
A fragile thread, yet strong and true.
Hope lives in me, and lives in you.
A whisper rises through the night,
A spark that outshines fear’s cold bite
When shadows fall and hearts grow sore,
Hope softly knocks upon the door.
It hums of dawn beyond the pain,
Of seeds that bloom after the rain.
A fragile thread, yet strong and true.
Hope lives in me, and lives in you.
I think I’ve found the perfect backdrop for my sculpture of Los Angeles featuring the historic Coliseum, soon to host the Opening Ceremony of the LA2028 Olympic Games.
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
November 2, 2025 at 2:47 PM
I think I’ve found the perfect backdrop for my sculpture of Los Angeles featuring the historic Coliseum, soon to host the Opening Ceremony of the LA2028 Olympic Games.
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
Rising Momentum
Less than a thousand days until LA 2028 the world’s heartbeat quickens.
I created this piece to capture that surge of energy, the calm before the roar.
Less than a thousand days until LA 2028 the world’s heartbeat quickens.
I created this piece to capture that surge of energy, the calm before the roar.
November 1, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Rising Momentum
Less than a thousand days until LA 2028 the world’s heartbeat quickens.
I created this piece to capture that surge of energy, the calm before the roar.
Less than a thousand days until LA 2028 the world’s heartbeat quickens.
I created this piece to capture that surge of energy, the calm before the roar.
“Check out what I found in the back of my dad’s wardrobe. After my dad passed, we were clearing out his things to send to charity when I came across these. I used to give my dad all my medals including my Olympic medal because I knew he would look after them.
October 31, 2025 at 1:41 PM
“Check out what I found in the back of my dad’s wardrobe. After my dad passed, we were clearing out his things to send to charity when I came across these. I used to give my dad all my medals including my Olympic medal because I knew he would look after them.
Land of the Midnight Sun
Norway where the light never fades and the sky feels alive with possibility.
Four years ago, we left that beauty behind to care for my father as dementia took hold.
We miss you, Norway. Always.
Norway where the light never fades and the sky feels alive with possibility.
Four years ago, we left that beauty behind to care for my father as dementia took hold.
We miss you, Norway. Always.
October 29, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Land of the Midnight Sun
Norway where the light never fades and the sky feels alive with possibility.
Four years ago, we left that beauty behind to care for my father as dementia took hold.
We miss you, Norway. Always.
Norway where the light never fades and the sky feels alive with possibility.
Four years ago, we left that beauty behind to care for my father as dementia took hold.
We miss you, Norway. Always.
What do artists do all day. “Sometimes life becomes too serious we forget that joy doesn’t need a reason, and laughter doesn’t need permission.”
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
October 22, 2025 at 1:48 PM
What do artists do all day. “Sometimes life becomes too serious we forget that joy doesn’t need a reason, and laughter doesn’t need permission.”
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
Kanpai Tokyo Heights
Inspired by Tokyo’s rhythm, colour, and energy a city that never stands still. This piece celebrates the balance between tradition and modern life and that feeling of always looking up.
#KanpaiTokyoHeights #TokyoArt #NeilEckersleyArt
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
Inspired by Tokyo’s rhythm, colour, and energy a city that never stands still. This piece celebrates the balance between tradition and modern life and that feeling of always looking up.
#KanpaiTokyoHeights #TokyoArt #NeilEckersleyArt
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
October 21, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Kanpai Tokyo Heights
Inspired by Tokyo’s rhythm, colour, and energy a city that never stands still. This piece celebrates the balance between tradition and modern life and that feeling of always looking up.
#KanpaiTokyoHeights #TokyoArt #NeilEckersleyArt
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
Inspired by Tokyo’s rhythm, colour, and energy a city that never stands still. This piece celebrates the balance between tradition and modern life and that feeling of always looking up.
#KanpaiTokyoHeights #TokyoArt #NeilEckersleyArt
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
“The magical hare — here today, gone tomorrow — a reminder to protect what’s precious before it disappears. #MagicalHare #ProtectNature #Conservation #Environment #Wildlife #NatureLovers #Sustainability”
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
October 17, 2025 at 2:04 PM
“The magical hare — here today, gone tomorrow — a reminder to protect what’s precious before it disappears. #MagicalHare #ProtectNature #Conservation #Environment #Wildlife #NatureLovers #Sustainability”
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
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©️Neil Eckersley OLY
Bedrock
A fusion of a large acrylic painting and a sculptural form placed on a real core sample — symbolising the true foundations of New York City.
Rising from concrete and colour, it reflects the city’s resilience, creativity, and unstoppable energy.
#Bedrock #NYCArt #ContemporaryArt
A fusion of a large acrylic painting and a sculptural form placed on a real core sample — symbolising the true foundations of New York City.
Rising from concrete and colour, it reflects the city’s resilience, creativity, and unstoppable energy.
#Bedrock #NYCArt #ContemporaryArt
October 17, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Bedrock
A fusion of a large acrylic painting and a sculptural form placed on a real core sample — symbolising the true foundations of New York City.
Rising from concrete and colour, it reflects the city’s resilience, creativity, and unstoppable energy.
#Bedrock #NYCArt #ContemporaryArt
A fusion of a large acrylic painting and a sculptural form placed on a real core sample — symbolising the true foundations of New York City.
Rising from concrete and colour, it reflects the city’s resilience, creativity, and unstoppable energy.
#Bedrock #NYCArt #ContemporaryArt
Bedrock inspired by the city that never sleeps. Built on grit, driven by energy, and forever reaching higher.
#Bedrock #NYCArt #OlympicArtist #UrbanEnergy #ContemporaryArt #CityOfDreams #MixedMediaArt #ModernArt #CreativeJourney
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#Bedrock #NYCArt #OlympicArtist #UrbanEnergy #ContemporaryArt #CityOfDreams #MixedMediaArt #ModernArt #CreativeJourney
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October 16, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Bedrock inspired by the city that never sleeps. Built on grit, driven by energy, and forever reaching higher.
#Bedrock #NYCArt #OlympicArtist #UrbanEnergy #ContemporaryArt #CityOfDreams #MixedMediaArt #ModernArt #CreativeJourney
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#Bedrock #NYCArt #OlympicArtist #UrbanEnergy #ContemporaryArt #CityOfDreams #MixedMediaArt #ModernArt #CreativeJourney
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October 16, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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As part of “What Do Artists Do All Day?”, I’m spending the day in the studio photographing a new piece. Exploring light, form, and reflection sometimes being an artist is all about smoke and mirrors.
#ArtStudio #ArtistLife #ContemporaryArt
#ArtStudio #ArtistLife #ContemporaryArt
October 15, 2025 at 10:57 AM
As part of “What Do Artists Do All Day?”, I’m spending the day in the studio photographing a new piece. Exploring light, form, and reflection sometimes being an artist is all about smoke and mirrors.
#ArtStudio #ArtistLife #ContemporaryArt
#ArtStudio #ArtistLife #ContemporaryArt
It’s always a “pinch yourself” moment when you see your artwork in print. What a journey of discovery it’s been.
At first, some people told me they were surprised and even a little worried that I turned my back on a highly successful career in Judo to become a professional artist.
At first, some people told me they were surprised and even a little worried that I turned my back on a highly successful career in Judo to become a professional artist.
October 13, 2025 at 12:52 PM
It’s always a “pinch yourself” moment when you see your artwork in print. What a journey of discovery it’s been.
At first, some people told me they were surprised and even a little worried that I turned my back on a highly successful career in Judo to become a professional artist.
At first, some people told me they were surprised and even a little worried that I turned my back on a highly successful career in Judo to become a professional artist.
New York has a rhythm that never stops — a city built on grit, determination, and the courage to rise again and again. This piece is my reflection on that spirit: grounded in concrete, fuelled by energy, and forever reaching for the sky.
#Bedrock #NYCArt #OlympicArtist #UrbanEnergy #CityOfDreams
#Bedrock #NYCArt #OlympicArtist #UrbanEnergy #CityOfDreams
October 12, 2025 at 1:39 PM
New York has a rhythm that never stops — a city built on grit, determination, and the courage to rise again and again. This piece is my reflection on that spirit: grounded in concrete, fuelled by energy, and forever reaching for the sky.
#Bedrock #NYCArt #OlympicArtist #UrbanEnergy #CityOfDreams
#Bedrock #NYCArt #OlympicArtist #UrbanEnergy #CityOfDreams
New York New York
Grit, noise, neon, hustle — the city screams its name over and over.
Each layer built, torn, rebuilt again.
A love letter written in chaos and concrete.
#NewYork #UrbanArt #StreetArt #ContemporaryArt #CityVibes
Grit, noise, neon, hustle — the city screams its name over and over.
Each layer built, torn, rebuilt again.
A love letter written in chaos and concrete.
#NewYork #UrbanArt #StreetArt #ContemporaryArt #CityVibes
October 12, 2025 at 11:24 AM
New York New York
Grit, noise, neon, hustle — the city screams its name over and over.
Each layer built, torn, rebuilt again.
A love letter written in chaos and concrete.
#NewYork #UrbanArt #StreetArt #ContemporaryArt #CityVibes
Grit, noise, neon, hustle — the city screams its name over and over.
Each layer built, torn, rebuilt again.
A love letter written in chaos and concrete.
#NewYork #UrbanArt #StreetArt #ContemporaryArt #CityVibes
The Magical Hare
It moves between mystery and meaning
never asking for forgiveness,
never apologising for its nature.
A quiet reminder that the wild deserves respect…
and that we, too, must learn to live in harmony
with this fragile planet we call home.
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It moves between mystery and meaning
never asking for forgiveness,
never apologising for its nature.
A quiet reminder that the wild deserves respect…
and that we, too, must learn to live in harmony
with this fragile planet we call home.
Www.olyart.co.uk
October 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
The Magical Hare
It moves between mystery and meaning
never asking for forgiveness,
never apologising for its nature.
A quiet reminder that the wild deserves respect…
and that we, too, must learn to live in harmony
with this fragile planet we call home.
Www.olyart.co.uk
It moves between mystery and meaning
never asking for forgiveness,
never apologising for its nature.
A quiet reminder that the wild deserves respect…
and that we, too, must learn to live in harmony
with this fragile planet we call home.
Www.olyart.co.uk