Artworks by Hanna Bell

Artist Statement

Based in Aylesford, Kent I predominantly paint abstract compositions that function as vibrant, symbolic dialogues, often juxtaposed with the female nude to represent vulnerability and raw existence. I use discordant and complementary colours to achieve 'vibration' and tension on the canvas.

More recently my vegan beliefs have informed my current paintings to move past mere representation. My current artwork explores the profound sentience of non-human animals & the emotional complexities of the human-animal relationships.

As well private clients; I have sold artwork to luxury brand Elicyon (London based designer Charu Ghandi's design studio) for the prestigious Thierry Despont “60 Curzon” Art Deco building in London’s Mayfair. Las year I sold 8 abstract paintings to premium workspace operator Spacemade for their Flat Iron Building project near Ludgate Circus.

My Artist Practice

My central practice is life painting. I have studied the human figure for over 30 years. I develop life studies into final paintings in my studio; changing the composition & adding context to explore a theme or particular idea in a painting. When I combine the figurative with the abstract within the same painting I will use colour washes to unify the compositional elements. Sometimes I use mixed media. Colour & symbolism is my chosen means of emotional expression. Many of my works incorporate abstraction. I am inspired by what I see around me & artists like Lou Ros, Adrian Ghenie, Pablo Picasso & Pierre Bonnard.

My artist materials are currently being sourced as vegan friendly. Daler Rowney system 3 and Windsor and Newton paints conform to vegan requirements.

Commissions

Abstract painting commissions for commercial and corporate clients welcomed.

Shipping

Please note that I do not ship to Germany any longer due to LUCID requirements. Apologies for any inconvenience.