In a first for us, our Absolute Artworks feature today includes unique hand-painted art. Artistic director Kristoff Barrington became disillusioned after searching for affordable, modern art for his own home, so picked up a brush himself and his business was born. He had experience with house painting and decorating, which he says gave him an appreciation of colour and brush technique. If you're a bit hesitant about the whole gallery scene, dip a toe in the water with these affordable paintings in a range of colour schemes. Here are a few to whet your appetite.