ABSTRACT ART THAT EVOKES MEMORIES AND EMOTIONS.
'Nature is at the heart of my creative process'
What Collectors Say
'Your beautiful painting 'Hidden' transports us to another place'. Martin E.
'We absolutely love our painting, we can't stop looking at it!' Charlotte B.
'I find your paintings take me on a journey of both imagination and feeling, they whisper their intent through memories and nostalgia.
The colours are so unique and evocative and just so loaded with something that appeals in an instinctual level.'
Deborah C.
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OF LIGHT AND LAYERS STUDIOS
LIMITED EDITION MUSEUM QUALITY PRINTS.
Of Light and Layers Studio is the collaborative practice of Petra Blacklock and me, Claire Hankey. Blending multiple exposure photography, painting, and natural materials, our work explores transience, memory, and the subtle power of nature. Through layered techniques, we create contemplative pieces that blur boundaries between disciplines, inviting viewers into quiet, transformative spaces.
We have 2 collections, each with a different feel and story to tell.
The prints are available as signed, limited edition, A3 giclee prints. Printed with archival inks to stand the test of time, these make a wonderful addition to any art collection and make extra special gifts.
'We love our beautiful print, the colours are so rich and intense'. Daniel.
Bring a sense of calm and a connection to nature into your home, through beautiful and thoughtfully framed original art. My work offers a space for quiet contemplation, a window into another time and place.
By using plants and natural materials within the process, my art carries a deep connection to nature and has been described as 'meditative, organic and ephemeral'.
See my paintings online at Milieu Studios in St Ives, Cornwall and in person at The Artbuyer in Hampton Court and Aldeburgh Contemporary Arts in Suffolk. In my hometown of Leigh on sea, I have work on the walls of The Squeeze Cafe.
My blog is where I share the stories behind my paintings, glimpses into my creative process, and the inspiration I find in nature, light, and everyday quiet moments.
Whether you're curious about natural materials, seasonal shifts, or the thinking behind each piece, there’s plenty to explore. I’d love for you to take a look and follow along as my work unfolds.
STEP INTO THE STUDIO WITH ME.
'Beautiful work that has made
an important contribution to the show'.
Curtis Holder
'Memories of the Quarry'
The Wells Contemporary Art Exhibition' 2023.
