Curated Artists
Tino McKay
(Stamp Art Pioneer – established 2001)
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Stamp artists use postage stamps as paint to create colourful, meaningful works that express personal emotions and ideas. The process reimagines postage stamps as raw pigment, transforming fragments of history into sophisticated, highly textured compositions that bring narrative depth and powerful visual identity to designed environments and private collections.
Established in 2001, Tino the Stamp Artist introduced postage stamps as a unique fine-art medium. His goal was to create authentic, distinct artworks that would bring philately back into the public’s attention at a time when traditional stamp collecting was starting to fade.
Modern & Contemporary Fine Artworks For Sale
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Artists can be proud to display their work in The Stamp Art Gallery. Each piece celebrates a deep understanding of using postage stamps as paint, turning global stamps into meaningful and exciting art.
Become a Featured Artist
Are you creating art using postage stamps from around the world? We are always looking for passionate creators who use stamps as paint to tell unique stories.
How to Apply:
- Submit Your Bio: Tell us about your journey and your artistic vision.
- Share Your Portfolio: Upload images of your finest stamp artworks.
- Get Reviewed: Our curators review submissions monthly to maintain high gallery standards.
Apply today to join our next curatorial review and feature your work. Send your portfolio to info@stampartist.co.uk
The Stamp Art Gallery features creations by independent artists whose work is protected by copyright and intellectual property law. These unique pieces use Royal Mail and global postage stamps—items admired and collected by millions. The Stamp Art Gallery and its artists retain full, independent copyright over all artworks produced using stamps as paint.
he Stamp Art Gallery is an independent entity. Royal Mail and other postal names are trademarks of their respective organizations, used here strictly to describe the medium.
The Penny Drops
by Tino (2001)
Created using Mint Condition Great Britain 1841 ‘Penny Reds’
Exhibition Piece – Not for Sale
The Stamp Art Gallery and its artists own or hold exclusive licenses to the copyright of all finalized artworks displayed across our websites and the Stamp Art Shop. We actively protect our intellectual property from unauthorized use. A formal license is required to reproduce any of our unique art compositions or design layouts. This policy strictly applies even when an artwork incorporates historical or public domain postage stamps, as the final, creative arrangement remains the exclusive property of the artist. For licensing inquiries, please contact us at info@stampartist.co.uk.
Artists interested in incorporating Royal Mail postage stamps into their own artworks should review the official guidelines. Royal Mail outlines specific terms, conditions, and copyright parameters for reproducing their stamp designs, which you can read directly on the Royal Mail Intellectual Property Page.
Davana
(Featured Artist – 1944 – 2023)
As both a lifelong stamp collector and professional dealer, Davana brings an authentic perspective to the canvas. Creating artworks in styles that are ‘PURE’ to stamp collecting, Davana honours the original beauty of the medium. These meticulous pieces highlight exquisite colour production, rare material values, and deep historical appeal to captivate fellow collectors.
The Silk Cover Project – Artwork 01090
(by Davana)
The Silk Cover Project – Artwork 01095
(by Davana)
The Silk Cover Project – Artwork 1082
(by Davana)
The Silk Cover Project – Artwork 00153
(by Davana)
The Decimal Stamp Project – Artwork GB1
(by Davana)
The Decimal Stamp Project – Artwork GB2
(by Davana)
The Decimal Stamp Project – Artwork GB3
(by Davana)
The Decimal Stamp Project – Artwork The Queens Head
(by Davana)
The Sheet of Stamps Project – Artwork Libya
(by Davana)
The Sheet of Stamps Project – Artwork Papua New Guinea
(by Davana)
The Sheet of Stamps Project – Artwork Ceylon Girl Guides
(by Davana)
The Sheet of Stamps Project – Artwork Leichtenstein MCMLXXIII
(by Davana)
The Sheet of Stamps Project – Artwork Leichtenstein EFTA
(by Davana)
The Postal Card Project – Artwork James Bond 001
(by Davana)
The Postal Card Project – Artwork James Bond 002
(by Davana)
The Postal Card Project – Artwork Queen 1
(by Davana)
The Postal Card Project – Artwork Queen 2
(by Davana)
The Princess Diana Stamp Project
Artwork – Diana Postal Card 1
(by Davana)
The Princess Diana Stamp Project
Artwork – Diana Postal Card 2 ‘On Glass‘
(by Davana)
The Princess Diana Stamp Project
Artwork – Diana Postal Card 3 ‘On Acrylic ‘
(by Davana)
The Princess Diana Stamp Project
Artwork – Diana Postal Card 4 ‘1st Class‘
(by Davana)
Featured Artist – DYFOR
DYFOR creates stunning stamp art using complete, original sheets of mint stamps exactly as they are produced by Royal Mail and global postal systems. By capturing these rare sheets before they are separated for mail, DYFOR preserves the untouched, collective beauty prized by collectors. The name DYFOR is a clever turn of phrase—blending the printing term ‘Dye’ with the ultimate collector’s sentiment: to own a piece this rare is truly ‘To Die For’.
Artworks – The Jersey Dye
(by DYFOR)
Artworks – The Guernsey Dye
(by DYFOR)
Artworks – The Soloman Islands ‘Traffic Light’ Dye 1
(by DYFOR)
Artworks – The Soloman Islands ‘Traffic Light’ Dye 2
(by DYFOR)
Artworks – The Lowry ‘Traffic Light’ Dye
(by DYFOR)
To learn more about becoming a featured artist or displaying your work with The Stamp Art Gallery, please contact us at: info@stampartist.co.uk.