Born in the Seychelles in 1965 of Creole and American parentage, Harry grew up on the island of Mahe. His family moved to England in 1980 where Harry embraced his new land and culture.

Harry considers himself a self-taught artist despite attending College of Art.
Following an ultimatum by his college lecturers to conform with the institutions style and methods of painting or leave, he ultimately decided to go it alone. He initially worked as an illustrator and graphic designer before turning to painting as a full time occupation.

From an early age Harry was captivated by the drama and beauty of the atmospheric and ever changing British sky and landscape, which was in sharp contrast to that of the Seychelles. This inspiration at such an early age was and continues to be ever present in his painting.

However Harry states; "The landscape is almost incidental, my main objectives are to try and capture the atmosphere and 'spirit' of a place. Ultimately it is the mood and light within the painting which becomes the central theme. As an artist I paint subjects that inspire me, and bring me, and hopefully others pleasure."