Akther Bano
My name is Akther Bano , I am a local Manchester based full time artist. Painting from the age of five.
Lover of Nature Inspired by Nature.
Observing Calmness
Life is very precious; beautiful thoughts are just what we need to remind us that there is still good in the world and that all is not lost.
I see beauty in everything around me; brightness of the white clouds, striking sunlight filtering through green trees. I am always trying to capture these emotions inspired by nature, in my work; concocting stories in my mind, illustrating them and bringing them to life through my work. Hoping that others too can feel what I felt and share with me the beauty that I see.
I paint every day, not for practice but many reasons: (1) For the creative urge that cannot be suppressed, (2) To release stress and anxiety, filling my mind with bright colours and positivity; using physical hand movements to pass the hard hours, to see another day. Believe me; you will want to go further.
Painting a joyful expression and unfolding/discovering treasure....share with me my feelings for the joy of being alive. With an emphasis on colour and light and how one affects the other at different times of the day, My artistic inspiration is never far from my thoughts. The process of layering and blending the palette knife to obtain the right tone, texture and light is so important to me.
My artwork is always intended to create visual stimulation and brain activity.
“I strongly believe that “artwork”, in a world where many people lead stressful and hectic lives, can aid a person’s wellbeing and generate calmness.” - Akther Bano
“Quietening the mind”, that’s the magic of art; Observe and absorb the colourful essence of Mother Nature.
I want to share my gift of art with others.
Just as colour fills my soul I want to help others to visualise and understand life is art ,Art is life they can never be separated.
Imagination is the beginning of creativity.
I believe Art is a kind of healing medicine.
Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.
To me Art is my freedom which no one can take away only I am in control of it. I want to touch people with my art. I want put smiles on faces.
The world of reality has its limits. The world of imagination is boundless.
My art work the essence of colour.
Tactile to touch.
Heavily textured 3D affect pallet knife painted.
Paintings by Akther Bano for everyone to enjoy.
‘Keep Smiling’
Such a simple flower
Yet a ‘Star’ of the green grass.
‘There is always a Butterfly’
If you ever walk through a meadow, stretch your arms out and feel free, because happiness is like a ‘Butterfly’
‘Autumn Confetti’
Because I am a lover of Mother Nature, Autumn fall is a time to Reunite.
Universal Peace
‘My Universe’ Be positive, always believe in yourself, reach out, and shout. Let your voice be heard. Life is too short, ’Art’ is for everyone to share and appreciate.