Hannah Ivory Baker

I am a contemporary landscape and seascape painter based in London.

Artist Statement
My work is inspired by the natural world; the rugged Cornish coast to the relative serenity of the Somerset levels, all of which provide a wealth of artistic opportunity, creative interpretation and expression. 

Each of my pieces derives from a plein air sketch done in oil, charcoal or mixed media that aims to record basic shape, tone, light and any striking features of landscape. These sketches provide me with the inspiration for larger paintings done in my studio.

The main area of focus in my work is on mark making and tone to create a sense of depth. Landscapes are full of shape, texture, energy and it is important that these elements are captured and conveyed in both my studio sketches and paintings. To me there is nothing uniform about the natural world; weather changes in an instant without warning, the sea moves from tranquil to turbulent, a blue sky suddenly fills with dense grey cloud and an earthy petrichor fills the air; the semi abstract nature of each piece is really a nod to the asymmetry and the unexpected.

Each work aims to evoke a sense of place, whilst allowing plenty of room for personal interpretation.

View a selection of Hannah’s works below ↓ more coming soon