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ABIGAIL HUMPHRIES ART
About
My sand and acrylic paintings explore the simplified human form, created in my studio and gallery in Quality Square, which serves as both my creative space and a venue for exhibiting my evolving collection.
I focus on the subtle nuances of human interaction and body language. By depicting anonymous, featureless figures, I invite viewers to project their own stories and emotions onto each piece. This approach reflects my fascination with the unspoken narratives and fleeting moments that define human connection. For me, painting is a meditative and transformative process - a way to distil complex feelings and experiences into visual form.
I have a background in photography, art, and art history, which culminated in earning a First Class Honours degree in Photography from Derby University. This foundation continues to inform my compositions and narratives, blending traditional techniques with experimental, process-driven approaches. Influenced by prominent figures in British contemporary photography, my practice seeks to balance these influences.
I intentionally leave the figures without features to create a universal visual language that resonates broadly. Each painting acts as an invitation to the viewer’s imagination, designed to evoke curiosity, empathy, and reflection. Ultimately, my work encourages pause, closer observation, and a discovery of the quiet power of human connection.



