LESLEY ANNE DERKS (1977) Large Limited Edition Canvas "Symphony of Lights" 40/95

Artist: Lesley Anne Derks

Title: “Symphony of Lights”

Medium: Limited Edition Print on canvas

Edition: Washington Green 40/95

Artwork Dimensions: 102cm × 67cm (40.2" × 26.4")

Frame Dimensions: Unframed canvas

Condition: Good condition; clean canvas and strong colour throughout. Small scuff to corners, see photos, No certificate.

Gallery price: £499

About the Artwork

Symphony of Lights is a striking night‑time cityscape by Scottish artist Lesley Anne Derks, known for her atmospheric depictions of illuminated urban architecture. This dramatic view of the Palace of Westminster and Big Ben captures London at night, glowing against the dark sky with reflections shimmering across the Thames. Derks’ distinctive palette of warm golds, deep reds and cool nocturnal tones creates a powerful contrast, giving the scene both grandeur and intimacy.

The elevated viewpoint and sweeping composition lend the work a cinematic presence, while the soft diffusion of light showcases Derks’ signature ability to blend realism with mood. Symphony of Lights is a commanding contemporary cityscape, ideal for collectors of modern British art and lovers of London’s iconic skyline.

About the Artist

Lesley Anne Derks is a contemporary Scottish artist celebrated for her luminous cityscapes and architectural night scenes. Born in Falkirk and trained at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, she developed a distinctive visual language centred on the drama of artificial light within urban environments. Her work often explores iconic skylines such as London, Glasgow and New York, capturing the glow of streetlamps, reflections on water and the atmospheric haze of nightfall with a cinematic sensibility. Derks exhibits widely across the UK, with her paintings held in private and corporate collections, and she is known for combining technical precision with an emotive, almost musical sense of rhythm and colour. Her ongoing practice continues to evolve around themes of light, architecture and the emotional resonance of the modern city.