With a unique style of drawing, painting and sculpture, Olley is able to capture the very heart and humour of his native North East.
His love of the Geordie folk, their way of life and, above all, their sense of humour, has provided inspiration since he left the mining industry in 1968.
Olley has also had the honour of producing works for high-profile figures over the years, from Nelson Mandela to David Milliband, Tony Blair to Bill Bryson. He also produced work for David Walliams and Alan Bennett.
