Adele Auchterlonie
creates paintings that feel like places you’ve been before - even if you haven’t. Inspired by long summer days, time near the ocean, and the small rituals of everyday life, each work captures the essence of a moment rather than the details of a scene. Adele’s paintings are not literal landscapes. They are emotional ones.
Memory Maps
Each painting begins with a feeling.
Rather than documenting a single place or moment, Adele builds her work from fragments - symbols, objects, colours and shapes that act like markers of memory.
A boat drifting in the distance.
Salt on skin after a swim. Fruit on a table. Music carried through warm air. These elements become coordinates within the painting.
Together, they form layered visual maps
charting not where something happened, but how it felt. Each canvas becomes a kind of emotional geography. A map of lived experience.
A World Built From Memory
Step into Adele’s world and it feels like arriving somewhere warm. The kind of day that unfolds slowly. Salt in the air. Sun on your shoulders. The sound of water nearby. Music drifting between conversations. Nothing here is rushed. Nothing important is happening - and that’s exactly the point.
These are the moments her work is built from. Long afternoons by the ocean.
Time spent outdoors. Shared meals, quiet pauses, laughter carried through warm air.
The kind of moments that feel fleeting while they’re happening, but stay with you long after
Commissions
A commission becomes more than painting a photograph. Instead, Adele creates a Memory Map - an abstract visual map of a moment that matters to you.
Clients begin by sharing a photograph, story, or collection of images from a meaningful experience - a summer holiday, a home by the coast, a place that holds emotional significance. From there, Adele translates the memory into symbols
Rather than recreating the scene, she rebuilds it - layering elements together until the feeling begins to emerge. The final painting becomes a cartography of experience. Not a map of a place, but a map of how that moment felt.
A commission becomes more than painting a photograph. Instead, Adele creates a Memory Map - an abstract visual map of a moment that matters to you.
Clients begin by sharing a photograph, story, or collection of images from a meaningful experience - a summer holiday, a home by the coast, a place that holds emotional significance. From there, Adele translates the memory into symbols
Rather than recreating the scene, she rebuilds it - layering elements together until the feeling begins to emerge. The final painting becomes a cartography of experience. Not a map of a place, but a map of how that moment felt.
Each piece is a carefully curated artwork, designed to elevate your space with contemporary aesthetics and timeless appeal. This print captures the essence of modern artistry, combining thoughtful composition with refined visual elements. Perfect for collectors and design enthusiasts seeking gallery-quality work for their home or office.
Printed on premium archival paper or fine art canvas using professional-grade pigment inks. Our prints are produced using state-of-the-art printing technology to ensure exceptional color accuracy and longevity. The archival-quality materials guarantee that your artwork will maintain its vibrancy and integrity for decades to come, making it a lasting investment in your collection.
Available in multiple sizes to suit any space: A4 (210 × 297mm), A3 (297 × 420mm), and custom dimensions upon request. Each print is carefully packaged to preserve quality. For framed options, we recommend professional framing with UV-protective glass to enhance longevity and presentation. Specifications and sizing guides are available upon request.
To preserve the beauty and longevity of your artwork, display it away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity. Avoid touching the print surface with bare hands. If framed, ensure the frame includes UV-protective glass. For unframed prints, store flat in a cool, dry place. Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth if needed. Your artwork is designed to be enjoyed for a lifetime with minimal care.
Each artwork is carefully created with attention to detail and artistic vision. This piece captures a unique moment and perspective.
Printed on premium archival-quality paper using fade-resistant inks. Each print is produced to museum-grade standards for lasting beauty.
Carefully packaged and shipped within 3-5 business days. All prints are protected with acid-free materials to ensure safe arrival.
Display away from direct sunlight to preserve colors. Frame behind UV-protective glass for best longevity. Handle with clean, dry hands.