Born in Burnley, Lancashire, Simon M Smith studied Fine Art at Manchester Polytechnic and University of Reading, and experimental drawing at the Slade School of Art.

For twelve years, Simon was Course Director for the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design at West Suffolk College, and more recently Chief Moderator for Arts Award. 

Simon is now a full time artist working from his garden studio in Norfolk. He has been a successful exhibitor at The Biscuit Factory since 2013, where he has received much admiration for his colourful and decorative paintings.