Chris Hankey is fascinated by nature and weather, and seeks to express this fascination in his work. Using oil on canvas, he builds up layers of paint that evoke storms rolling in from the sea, the sun breaking through racing clouds, and even the Aurora borealis. Having this constant connection with nature has had a profound effect on his philosophical outlook, viewing consciousness as the universe becoming self aware. His dramatic, haunting yet uplifting paintings effectively capture this vision, bringing the viewer up close and personal with his dynamic connection to the earths energy through his complex handling of dark and light, and his evocation of the kinetic powers that control our marvellous planet.