
BIO
Claire Violet

Hi, I'm Claire Violet Hanley
​I'm an artist/illustrator and writer based in Hampshire, UK, close to the banks of the river Itchen.
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My primary mediums are inks, gouache, watercolour and coloured pencils, although I sometimes explore digital art using Procreate.
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I love to depict mother nature and history. My passion for the past was honed by my experiences in historical re-enactment and living history.
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Before becoming a self-taught illustrator, I worked in Global Politics and hold degrees in Modern and Medieval Languages and Social Anthropology from the University of Cambridge, along with a Master's in Global Politics.
The natural world and historical narratives are my greatest inspirations.
I enjoy exploring local chalk stream rivers, woodlands and historic sites, finding beauty in their stories and tranquility. I hope the joy of these experiences shines through in my work.
Discover my work on Instagram.
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