Flavia Ingham
“The paintings I create are stylistically simple in reaction to the overwhelming complexities of modern life. Waves of information, must have, must-do and must-be can be suffocating, so my intention is to create pictures that bring pleasure and an escape from reality with all its pressures.”- Flavia Ingham
The Artist.
As a child of adventurous parents, I had lots to feed my visual curiosity. We spent some years in Eswatini, on the Greek island of Hydra and then England, and as an adult, I spent a decade in Quebec, Canada. I expect what I create is influenced by the environments I have experienced, especially in childhood. I like to create somewhat naïve pieces that have a bit of drama accentuated by intense colours and a modern energy. Colour has always attracted me. I was a shy child so colouring and drawing were my favourite things to do. It started my obsession with different tones and shades and how they do or don’t work together. Personally, I love harmony whether in rich colours or fresh tones.
“I do like my pieces to have personality and presence. Although my pictures are contemporary, I am inspired by some traditional themes. A nude woman is often represented as soft, with an air of feminine vulnerability. I wanted to paint a naked woman who was someone strong, striking and calm. Another traditional subject I enjoy painting in a bold, abstract way is a vase of flowers.”- Flavia Ingham
Coming Soon.
Abstract Flowers On Pink
Flavia Ingham
‘Abstract Flowers on Pink’
2024
Oil on Canvas
116 x 152cm
The Vision.
Nowadays, many of us would like life to be more straightforward and I guess that is what my work is. It is straightforward. I would like the paintings to have an impact when you enter the room while at the same time be easy to be around because of their uncomplicated nature. I would like my paintings to convey happiness, calm or strength, something positive anyway. To bring a little joy into someone’s life with my paintings would be great. - Flavia Ingham
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Abstract Flowers in a Red Vase
I have adored flowers since I was a very little girl. Humans have a big connection with them. Flowers are given for so many reasons, to demonstrate love, sorrow, friendship, thanks, celebration and so on. A vase of flowers in a room changes the atmosphere and usually for the better. A vase of flowers adds character, joy and worth to a space. My painting is a reflection of those sensibilities expressed in a contemporary way. It is a happy painting and it makes me smile.
Flavia Ingham
'Abstract Flowers in a Red Vase'
2024
Oil On Canvas
116 x 152cm
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Nude and Plant
I am attracted to shapes, especially curves which are all around us in the natural world and in the man-made which often mirrors nature in design. Bodies are interesting, there are lots of curves. I admire nudes in art whether it be sculpture or painting, in whatever medium really. I wanted my naked woman to feel normal and straightforward, not hidden or provocative. I also wanted the painting to be free of personality clutter such as furniture or books or things, the focus being the naked woman and the simple beauty and power of nudity. She is modern and she is tranquil, the painting is calm. I named the woman Leonore which means ‘shining light’, hopefully she shines.
Flavia Ingham
Nude and Plant
2024
Oil on Canvas
92 x 112cm
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