Born 1964. Simon specialized in painting at the Manchester Metropolitan University, completing an Independent Study for which he was awarded a B.A.(1st class Hons). This involved several trips to Africa where Simon examined the various arts and crafts of the indigenous cultures.

Simon has also visited India several times… "My work reflects my travels and interests in Indian culture and philosophy, setting up a cross cultural dialogue between East and West… What is important to me is my experience between the paint and the surfaces…"