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Ann Hart

Painter
Artist's Statement

I use watercolour for its transparency and subtlety of colour with a variety of pencils, charcoals, pastels and inks and I enjoy experimenting with different kinds of papers. Strong drawing and studied composition play a basic role in my work and I often use soft coloured drawing pencils to give added texture.

My subject matter is earth-based, ranging from the exposed geology of British cliffs to land management. The focus is frequently on the arable countryside surrounding my Suffolk home, especially on the fascinating forms created by the maintenance of trees, hedges and woods, often over many centuries.

Sketches, studies and notes made in the field are translated into paintings in my studio, often becoming more abstract as the work develops.

Biography
Ann Hart studied at the Bath Academy of Art, Corsham, and settled in Suffolk in 1961.She taught oil painting at the West Suffolk College and at Beyton and Thurston Adult Education Centres for 20 years. Her painting reflects her involvement with ancient woodland conservation and her interest in landscape history. She was active in the preservation, restoration and management of Bradfield Woods, which has always been her favourite painting subject.

Exhibitions
Since l961 Ann has exhibited regularly in solo and mixed shows throughout East Anglia. Her oils and watercolours are represented in private collections in the U.K. and abroad.

Contact Details
Mudlen End
Felsham
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP30 0QP

Tel: 01284 828470

Ann Hart
Spalted Beech III, Mixed Media, 40cms x 40cm

Ann Hart
Tycanol, Mixed Media
29cms x 51cm


Ann Hart
Cliff, Hunstanton, Mixed media,
40cms x 40cm



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