Nael Hanna

to the Angus coastline, capturing the rugged character of West Haven through a dramatic interplay of colour, texture, and shifting light. The sky dominates the composition, moving from deep storm‑laden greys into a radiant band of pink, red, and gold at the horizon—a moment of illumination that feels both fragile and fierce.

Beneath this sky, the land is rendered in thick, impasto strokes of white, ochre, grey, and earthy tones, suggesting weather‑beaten ground, tidal remnants, or the rough textures of abandoned creels resting on the shore. Hanna’s brushwork is sculptural and instinctive, creating a surface that feels almost carved by wind and sea. Small flashes of blue and warm colour near the lower edge introduce hints of human presence or reflected light, without ever diminishing the painting’s elemental mood.

As in his wider body of work, Hanna draws deeply from the Scottish Expressionist tradition, echoing the emotional force of Joan Eardley and the atmospheric drama associated with the Glasgow School. Yet his voice remains unmistakably his own—raw, lyrical, and deeply connected to the landscapes he paints. His scenes are not literal records but visceral responses, shaped by memory, weather, and the physical act of painting.

The result is a landscape that captures the drama of the Scottish coast at a moment of transition. Hanna invites the viewer into a world where land, sky, and sea collide in a symphony of colour and texture. It is a compelling contribution to contemporary Scottish art, celebrating the power of place and the expressive potential of paint.

Available from Red Rag Gallery - specialists in Scottish Art