He transforms nature’s trees and flowers into secular icons.
Robert Pereira Hind is a fine art photographer who has gained international recognition for his unique mixed media artwork. With a background in photography from the London College of Communication, Hind has developed a distinctive artistic approach that transforms botanical subjects into compelling visual narratives.
Early Artistic Inspiration
Hind's mixed media series 'Out of Eden' draws inspiration from Byzantine religious iconography and botanical illustrations. By placing photographic images of plants and trees against gold leaf backgrounds, he elevates the status of natural elements to near-sacred objects. His work references the gilded Buddhas of Tibet and Laos, as well as Catholic baroque icons, creating a powerful visual metaphor for the spiritual significance of nature.
Robert Pereira Hind's Creative Process
The artist's creative process involves intricate layering of techniques, including organic photographic ink pigment, acrylic paint, shellac, and art glazes applied to gilded wooden boards. A fascinating aspect of his work is its intentional evolution over time. Each piece is designed to slowly oxidize and mature, with the golden background developing a subtle tarnish over 15-30 years, gradually becoming more atmospheric and characterful.
Artistic Philosophy and Landscape
Currently based in Edinburgh, Scotland, Robert Pereira Hind finds continuous inspiration in the trees, forests, and wildflowers of his surroundings and beyond. His work is a profound exploration of natural beauty, questioning the very nature of aesthetic appreciation. Though not religiously affiliated, he consistently experiences a deep sense of awe within natural landscapes, which is powerfully reflected in his transformative artistic approach. Each artwork not only captures the essence of its subject but also brings warmth and color to its environment through the dynamic interaction of ambient light with the gilded surfaces.