Inspired by Nature, to bring you joy
Inspired by Nature, to bring you joy
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PAINTINGS INSPIRING JOY & WELL-BEING THROUGH NATURE

MY STORY

Creating, evocative paintings of Nature, which soothe your soul & bring uplifting feelings of relaxation, energy & well-being has been my passion & purpose from an early age.

We search for peace of mind In a busy world full of stress, negativity & disturbing world news.  Escaping into Nature, feeling a warm breeze against your skin, the warmth of sunlight dappling a swaying meadow & the endless abundance of Natures beauty is the anitidote we yearn for in our hectic lives.

Imagine being able to feel your mind soothed, your body unwinding & letting go, a sense of connection & joy suffusing your being, all without leaving your home.

Capturing those feelings & bringing them to you in  my paintings is what brings me purpose & fulfillment.

Born & raised in London, from an early age I sought out Nature & felt most content when surrounded by trees, meadows & flowers. All I ever wanted to do was to sit with my paints & translate the beautiful feelings of connection & happiness onto my canvas.

Aged 7 I was taken under the wing of an eminent artist of the time, Marian Bohusz Szyszko,  & studied amongst a group of postgraduate artists at his Bayswater studios, often having my work held up as an example of fluid free line. (As a small girl working in a group of men in their late 20's & 30's it was an interesting experience which probably wouldn't be possible in this day & age) These weekend lessons are etched in my memory as my first taste of truly being passionate about painting & being allowed to indulge that on a large scale, as well as the little creme patissiere choux puffs & marzipan animals my Mother would buy me in a little French Cafe around the corner after a day of painting.

artist anita nowinska with her evocative big flower paintings english garden paintings, wild flowermeadow paintings

Having been forced into the direction of ‘A proper job’ in the Thatcher years, I worked in senior roles in  commercial Interiors, recruitment, seeking some sort of fulfilment, eventually starting my own business. A path which may have created a good living, but did little good for my health & well being.

Every spare hour was spent drawing & painting, becoming ever more aware that it was Art which gave me any sense of satisfaction or fulfillment. Escaping to gardens & countryside, where I found peace & solace, on weekends I indulged an affair with Nature, her colour & form.

The Universe obviously had other plans for me too. At the darkest time of my life, having lost everything, I discovered an old box of pastels amongst my remaining belongings. Throwing myself into pouring my love of flora onto canvas was what kept me going & that was when I discoverd the healing power of creativity & Nature. 

From that pont there was no going back.

I turned to my art as my salvation&  began painting in, oils, acrylic & pastel. Big sensuous canvases exuding flow & colour. My work expressing themes of feminine strength & the deep genetic connection we have with Nature. .

My creative practice became a form of meditative state, during which stories & answers unfolded, bringing understanding & resolution to life's issues. These thoughts are woven into the story behind each painting.

flower bouquet paintings by anita nowinska at RHS Wisley

Over the past 18 years I have held big solo exhibitions in prestigious locations such as RHS Wisley, Hyde Hall & London Galleries. My career as an artist took off as people began commenting on the feelings of well being & relaxation they experienced through my paintings. an intensely humbling experience to think something I had created from the heart brought others the same peace, with some fascinating testimonials emerging of  positive changes in mental health, relationships & confidence. 

My  work has since not only sold to private collectors but also spas, hotels, hospitals & office premises in the UK, Europe, US & UAE, where I worked closely with architects & interior designers to create uplifting, relaxing & joyful environments.

Do what is my greatest passion as my full time career is such a blessing & there is nothing more fulfilling.

wild flower meadow painting with cow parsley & achillea by anita nowinska

I now live &  work in my Devon Studio & Home Gallery.

If you would like to arrange a private viewing or discuss my work or potential commissions, please feel free to contact me by email at anita@nowinska.com or telephone +44 (0)7767 42082O   @AnitaNowinskaArt on the usual socials.