Richard Crosbie Art (aka RMC Design)

Richard Crosbie is a Hong Kong resident artist whose artwork focuses on Hong Kong scenes and subjects. He works both outside at various locations around the city and also in his studio. He then transforms his paintings and sketches into high quality yet affordable art prints and postcards that make perfect gifts to those who have a connection with Hong Kong. He sells a variety of different sizes, both framed and unframed and is also open to discussing original artwork commissions upon request.

"I love living in Hong Kong and everything about it. I enjoy seeing the vast vistas and the tiny details, from cityscapes and harbour views, bustling market and street scenes to observing reflections in puddles and slowing drying paint on fire hydrants, I love it all,". Richard's work encompasses both 'urban sketching' and 'en plein air' painting created on location as well as detailed works of art created in the studio. He uses both pen, ink, acrylics, pastels, and watercolours and is continually inspired by Hong Kong's many different aspects. He goes on to say:

"I've been told that my style is quite distinctive. The words 'perspective' and 'detailed' come up a lot. I suppose that may be from my design background as I was a product designer for a number of years. Now that I am creating art, I feel like I have awakened and can see Hong Kong anew. My art has taught me to observe carefully my surroundings. The more I look, the more there is to see".

Richard’s inspiration comes from the vibrant landscape of Hong Kong, as he depicts its ever-changing features and the rich diversity of its communities. His works are filled with a deep bond to the city, exploring his own self-discovery as an artist during the pandemic, identity, and sense of belonging in a rapidly changing social environment.

Richard’s paintings vividly present the relationship between people and the city, as well as the intertwining and coexistence of old and new cultures, traditional and modern elements. These works not only showcase Hong Kong's unique urban charm but also express the artist's profound emotional connection to the city.