Roy Turner Durrant (1925–1998) was a British painter and poet known for his evolution from figurative to abstract art.Born in Lavenham, Suffolk, he exhibited artistic talent from an early age, holding his first solo exhibition in 1948 at the Guildhall in Lavenham. He served in the Suffolk Regiment during World War II and later studied at Camberwell School of Art from 1948 to 1952, where he was influenced by artists such as Keith Vaughan and John Minton. ​

In the 1950s, Durrant relocated to Cambridge, where his artistic style transitioned towards abstraction. He held various exhibitions, including a significant one at the Fine Art Society in London in 2008. His works are part of several public collections, including those of the University of Cambridge's Kettle's Yard and the Imperial War Museum. Durrant passed away in 1998, but his legacy continues to influence and inspire artists and art enthusiasts.