Rachel Hinds

Painting in oils, acrylic and texture gel, Rachel’s work conjures up atmospheric and dramatic scenes that interact directly with the on-looker’s emotions. There’s a historical element too, inspired by the artist’s studies in Archaeological Science at the University of Bradford: Nineteenth century schooners, caught in storms or becalmed against fiery sunsets; Viking longships emerging from mist amongst icy landscapes; ruined castles on headlands and the wolves and ravens of Norse and Celtic mythology.

The painting style is described by the Leeds –born artist as ‘experimental with expressive brushstrokes, strong colours and textures’ . There’s a high degree of abstraction within the landscapes which often contrasts with the detail of the focal subject matter. There’s something reminiscent of John Martin’s early nineteenth apocalyptic artwork, with humanity dwarfed by the forces of nature.

NB Rachel assumed the name Clarke Avery for previous work in the Gallery to distinuish it from her other painting: She also paints from life and is a miniaturist. Now the three practices are all combined under her own name