Who is Kieron Williamson? Teen watercolour artist nicknamed ‘Mini Monet’ who held his first exhibition aged six
Kieron Williamson, 14, is now worth more than £2million and has buyers from around the world
KIERON Williamson is a 14-year-old watercolour artist who held his first exhibition at the tender age of six - and is already worth £2million.
Here's all you need to know about the child painter nicknamed ‘Mini Monet’ who has buyers from around the world queuing up to buy his work.
Who is Kieron Williamson?
Kieron Williamson first began drawing when he was five after being given a sketchbook during a family holiday to Cornwall in 2008.
He was inspired by the boats and the scenery and as the holiday progressed, he began to add backgrounds, scenery, hills and houses.
When the family returned to their home in Holt, Norfolk, his parents sought the help of local artists to talk to Kieron as his interest in learning artistic techniques progressed.
Unsatisfied with poster paints, he tried out watercolour, acrylics, oils and pastels.
In August 2009, 19 of his paintings made their first public appearance and he became an overnight phenomenon - with his work selling for £14,000.
Three months later, his second exhibition at the Picturecraft Gallery saw another 16 works sold for £17,000 in just 14 minutes.
He's since sold his paintings at annual exhibitions in his hometown - despite offers to exhibit his work worldwide.
He was able to afford his first house at the age of eight, and lives with mum Michelle, dad Keith and big sister Billie-Jo, down the road from his favourite artist Edward Seago's former home in Ludham, Norfolk.
Kieron, who works from his own studio, now has a waiting list of people from around the world who want to buy his work.
His most expensive painting to date sold for £45,000.
When will Kieron appear on BBC?
A BBC programme will tell the story of child painter Kieron Williamson.
Mini Monet Millionaire will explore how the talented youngster, whose parents have no history in art, became so successful.
With exclusive access to the Williamson household, the film follows preparations for Kieron's latest exhibition.
It reveals how his career is skilfully managed by his family.
Newcomers to both business and the art world, they have had to learn everything - from keeping Kieron on the level to looking after his public affairs and growing fortune, at this critical moment in his career as the 14-year-old begins the transition from child prodigy to adult artist.
The programme Mini Monet Millionaire airs tonight (July 10) on BBC One at 7.30pm.
