Born in 1977, Simon grew
up in the English Peak District. Here he spent his formative years
meeting the animals in the local woods. Their interesting appearance
and behaviour, was to be the main influence in his work.
In 1996
Simon completed his art foundation studies at the Loughborough College
of Art and Design.
After
this, in 1999, he graduated from the Leeds Metropolitan University
with a BA (hons) in Fine Art.
On completing
his degree Simon won University Faculty Purchase Prize. He is now
based in Leeds, where he is a full-time artist.