Studland Bay (H13-4), 2023 by Damien Hirst

Studland Bay is a Giclée print based on Damien Hirst's 2019 action painting CP12. Studland Bay, part of the celebrated Coast Paintings series. This vibrant work captures the raw energy and ever-changing nature of the British winter coastline through bold, abstract forms. Inspired by the action painting technique pioneered by Jackson Pollock, Hirst brings the dynamism of the sea to life with dripped and splattered paint.

The Coast Paintings series reflects Hirst's deep connection to the British landscape, with each piece named after specific locations along the coast. Hirst uses energetic brushstrokes and gestural marks to evoke the power and unpredictability of nature. While rooted in the techniques of Abstract Expressionism, his works are grounded in real-world places, creating a unique blend of abstraction and landscape.

In Studland Bay, Hirst layers vibrant colors and textures to convey the sense of motion and constant change that defines the coastline. The swirling colors and chaotic energy of the composition invite viewers to experience the dramatic interplay between land and sea, capturing a moment of nature’s wild beauty.

An edition released as part of the Coast Paintings series, Studland Bay stands as a testament to Hirst's mastery of color, movement, and abstraction. It is a vivid expression of the artist's fascination with both the landscape and the techniques of Abstract Expressionism, making it a powerful addition to his body of work.

Explore more of Damien Hirst’s Coast Paintings and other prints and editions at Mimesis Gallery.