Barry Hilton's Lavender Skies is a stunning limited edition giclée on board that perfectly encapsulates the artist's ability to infuse the landscape with both tranquillity and emotional depth. Renowned for his atmospheric compositions and rich use of colour, Hilton transforms familiar scenes into moments of quiet reflection. In Lavender Skies, he captures the gentle beauty of the countryside at its most serene, blending the soft radiance of dusk with his signature sense of mood and light. The result is a composition that is both soothing and evocative - a celebration of nature's calm elegance.
The foreground of the painting is dominated by a magnificent lavender field, rendered in an array of purples ranging from deep violet to delicate lilac. The tonal variations create a sense of movement across the land, as if a warm evening breeze drifts through the blossoms. Hilton's careful layering of colour gives the field a tactile richness, inviting the viewer to almost feel the texture and scent of the lavender. The scene is balanced by the gentle glow of the sky above, where soft hints of purple mingle with subtle greys and blues, creating a harmonious link between land and sky.
A winding path cuts through the landscape, guiding the eye naturally toward the horizon. This path, a recurring motif in Hilton's work, offers a sense of journey and depth - a visual invitation to step into the scene and explore its tranquillity. In the far distance, a small white cottage sits quietly beneath the expansive sky. Its delicate presence adds a note of stillness and comfort, symbolising sanctuary amidst the wide-open beauty of nature.
Hilton's mastery lies in his ability to balance structure and softness. His skies are painted with smooth gradations that evoke the shifting light of early evening, while the land below is built up with texture and tone. The contrast between these elements creates a visual rhythm that feels both grounded and dreamlike. The lavender field glows with understated vibrancy, while the sky above radiates peaceful luminosity - together forming a composition that feels timeless and contemplative.
Produced as a limited edition of 95 copies, Lavender Skies is hand-signed and numbered by the artist and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This piece is a giclée on board, a format that faithfully reproduces Hilton's subtle textures and delicate tonal shifts, giving the work the depth and richness of an original painting. It is framed in a black wood frame with a white inner slip, an elegant presentation that enhances both the darkness of the horizon and the soft glow of the lavender tones. The black frame provides contrast and definition, while the white slip adds a crisp edge that highlights the luminous quality of the colours.
Measuring 19 x 25 inches (image size) and 27 x 33 inches when framed, Lavender Skies is a statement piece that exudes warmth, balance, and sophistication. The giclée printing process ensures that every nuance of Hilton's palette and brushwork is preserved, allowing the artwork to retain its vibrancy for years to come.
Edition Size: 95 - Hand signed and numbered by the artist
Image Size: 19 x 25 inches
Framed Size: 27 x 33 inches
Medium: Giclée on board (Limited Edition)
Includes: Certificate of Authenticity
Frame: Black wood frame with white inner slip
Lavender Skies is a radiant and contemplative study of colour and light - a piece that invites the viewer to pause, breathe, and lose themselves in its serene beauty. It exemplifies Barry Hilton's gift for transforming the landscape into something deeply emotional and enduring.
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