Simon Whalley
SW
Family Photographers
Simon Whalley
1 St Andrews Churchyard, Penrith CA11 7YE
# Simon Whalley - Artist & Print Business
Simon Whalley is a visual artist based in Penrith, Cumbria, specialising in landscape and wildlife photography transformed into premium printed products. The business serves art collectors, interior designers, gift-buyers and nature enthusiasts seeking high-quality, locally-inspired artwork celebrating the natural beauty of the Lake District and Northern England.
What distinguishes Simon Whalley is the breadth of product formats available, from affordable greeting cards and coasters to investment-grade framed prints, canvas works and aluminium pieces. This democratises access to professional photography—customers can purchase a £8 coaster or commission a £330 framed print depending on their budget and needs. The focus on regional subjects like Blencathra, Hartside and Bamburgh Castle resonates strongly with both locals and visitors seeking authentic representations of Northern landscapes.
The product range reflects careful curation rather than mass production. Alongside original prints, the business offers published books including "Spirit of the Line" and "Spirit of Hartside," positioning Simon as both artist and author. The current sale pricing on core titles suggests a strategy to clear inventory whilst building customer loyalty.
The website presents wildlife and landscape themes throughout—red squirrels, badgers and woodland scenes feature prominently—indicating a deeper commitment to environmental and natural history subjects beyond generic scenery. This thematic consistency, combined with premium production quality across multiple formats, establishes Simon Whalley as a serious practitioner in the fine art print market rather than a casual hobbyist.
Simon Whalley is a visual artist based in Penrith, Cumbria, specialising in landscape and wildlife photography transformed into premium printed products. The business serves art collectors, interior designers, gift-buyers and nature enthusiasts seeking high-quality, locally-inspired artwork celebrating the natural beauty of the Lake District and Northern England.
What distinguishes Simon Whalley is the breadth of product formats available, from affordable greeting cards and coasters to investment-grade framed prints, canvas works and aluminium pieces. This democratises access to professional photography—customers can purchase a £8 coaster or commission a £330 framed print depending on their budget and needs. The focus on regional subjects like Blencathra, Hartside and Bamburgh Castle resonates strongly with both locals and visitors seeking authentic representations of Northern landscapes.
The product range reflects careful curation rather than mass production. Alongside original prints, the business offers published books including "Spirit of the Line" and "Spirit of Hartside," positioning Simon as both artist and author. The current sale pricing on core titles suggests a strategy to clear inventory whilst building customer loyalty.
The website presents wildlife and landscape themes throughout—red squirrels, badgers and woodland scenes feature prominently—indicating a deeper commitment to environmental and natural history subjects beyond generic scenery. This thematic consistency, combined with premium production quality across multiple formats, establishes Simon Whalley as a serious practitioner in the fine art print market rather than a casual hobbyist.
Services offered
Framed printsCanvas printsMounted printsAluminium printsCanvas tray framesGreetings cardsArt booksCoasters and table mats