Barbara Harkness

From a young age I've always known that my creativity was a force that guided me. In my early twenties, I embraced this call to Art as a self-taught oil painter, but my journey took a detour as I delved into the world of graphic design, a realm where I honed my skills and forged a successful career over two decades.

To me, art isn't just about self-expression; it encapsulates the essence of humanity and informs the very fabric of existence. This holistic perspective permeates every facet of my life, shaping a lifestyle driven by creative exploration and innovation. From interior design, garden design, architecture, painting and writing, I find fulfilment in diverse avenues of expression.

The environment I inhabit and the way I choose to live my life serves as the very foundation upon which my artistic expression rests. Within the confines of my studio, where ideas converge, I find myself immersed in the tangible realities of everyday existence. It is here, that I channel my creativity into the realm of Realism and Surrealism, (my outer and inner worlds)—for the time being anyway. In my artistic practice, I adhere to the principle that to truly innovate and "break the rules," one must first possess a deep understanding and mas...

B.A. Visual Communication - 1990
B.A. Visual Art - 2017