About Colin Sephton is a Warwickshire based artist, author, and designer with a lifelong passion for creativity. He lived for a number of years in Oxford where many of his creativity is set.
Colin Sephton – Author
Obtaining his first library card at the age of thirteen, Colin became an avid reader of Fantasy and the mysteries of the Universe. He has an inbuilt curiosity for lost knowledge and ancient texts that may help to unlock the secrets of consciousness and the universe.
Living in Oxford for many years, he has now moved back to his home county of Warwickshire where he enjoys creating and working with his wife on their garden in which he writes and entertains their two grandsons. He has always been an artist and writer and is inspired by the worlds created by Robert E Howard and Michael Moorcock, with the artwork of Frank Frazetta.
Colin Sephton – Artist
“If you scorn painting, which is the sole imitator of all the manifest works of nature, you will certainly be scorning a subtle invention, which with philosophical and subtle speculation considers all manner of forms….Truly this is science, the legitimate daughter of nature….”
Leonardo Da Vinci
After earning a Master’s degree in Engineering, Colin built a 24-year career in automotive design and manufacturing, and a further 18 years teaching Product Design and Engineering. Alongside this technical background, he has developed a distinctive artistic voice through both traditional fine art and digital fantasy art.
His portfolio showcases a wide range of work, from landscapes and portraiture to imaginative fantasy, steampunk, and science fiction-inspired art. Colin also creates original illustrations of Timeslayers, his fantasy novel that blends time travel, adventure, and worldbuilding. Many of his artworks are available to purchase as original pieces or prints through Etsy.
Colin’s artistic process is influenced by his engineering background, where precision, form, and structure meet imagination and storytelling. This unique blend gives his fine art a sense of technical depth and his fantasy art a vivid realism that connects with audiences. Whether he is painting atmospheric landscapes, designing intricate steampunk-inspired scenes, or developing concept artwork for science fiction ideas, his work reflects both technical mastery and a boundless creative spirit. He often draws inspiration from history, mythology, and speculative fiction, bringing these influences into his paintings and digital works to create art that feels both timeless and contemporary.
Through SephtonArt, Colin welcomes art lovers, collectors, and readers to explore his creative world. Visitors can browse his online galleries to discover original fine art paintings, imaginative fantasy and steampunk illustrations, and digital artwork that brings storytelling to life. Many pieces are available to purchase through his Etsy shop, and Colin also accepts commissions for personalized artwork, making his portfolio accessible to both private collectors and fans of fantasy and science fiction. Based in Warwickshire, he enjoys connecting with audiences locally and internationally, sharing a passion for creativity that bridges traditional art, modern digital techniques, and imaginative narrative.