Sky Siouki is a Bristol based artist inspired by nature, wildlife and expressionism. Her latest paintings are an exploration of how the seasonal changes and incredible beauty found in nature ground us, move us, give us hope and remind us of our place in the universe. She primarily paints with acrylic although most of her paintings are mixed media, using anything she can apply to the canvas to build texture. Using earthy and soothing colours, she allows her paintings to lead her into finding a harmonious balance of colour and texture, reminiscent of the calming environment of the wilderness.
Sky attained a First Class Honours degree in textile design at Nottingham Trent University in 2013. Her background in textiles is evident in the strong focus on colour and texture in her paintings. Sky began working for herself very shortly after graduating and successfully built a brand offering printed homeware products. She has now chosen to follow her true passion and pursue painting.
Sky is an emerging artist and has exhibited in galleries across the UK. Her first solo exhibition was held at ACE Arts in July 2021. Since then she has had work selected for the Society of Wildlife Artists The Natural Eye Exhibition in London, been shortlisted for the Bath Society of Artists Annual Open Exhibition and longlisted for the Jacksons Art Prize.
Artist Statement
“My artwork has recently become heavily led by the seasonal changes around me. As my inspiration has become more and more attuned to my direct experience of nature, I’ve felt myself grow more and more emotionally connected to my process. I believe the outcome is my most authentic, organic and energetic work yet. Each time I step out into nature, I take great care to notice the colours, textures, smells and energy of the places I visit throughout the year. Absorbing all of this incredible beauty everyday grounds me and gives me hope and perspective even when life has felt difficult and disordered. My work is not only a reflection of nature, but of my emotional relationship with it too.
I like my artwork to remain abstract and open to interpretation by the viewer, inviting them to look deeper and explore the myriad of textures and colours that I gradually layer up using various mediums. I hope that this multitude of layers entices viewers to look beyond the surface, reaching them on a deeper level and causing them to consider how we as humans are intrinsically connected with nature.”
Education
Textile Design BA (Hons) 2010 – 2013 Nottingham Trent University – 1st Class Honours. Specialised in printed textiles.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design 2009 – 2010 University of Wales Institute Cardiff
A Levels: Art & Design, Art: Textiles, Psychology
Exhibitions
HOURS, Bristol – Solo exhibition, upcoming, 4th – 20th Dec 2026
Centrespace Gallery, Bristol – ‘Wild Within’ group exhibition, 30th Oct – 5th Nov 2025
The Sundial Kitchen, Bristol – Sept 2025 – ongoing
The Malago, Bristol – Aug 2024 – Aug 2025
Lukasz Szejka Studio, Bristol – Solo exhibition, 1st March – 1st May 2024
Prior Shop, Bristol – ‘Places of Joy’ joint exhibition with Harriet Popham, 15th – 30th Oct 2022
Hart’s Bakery, Bristol – May 2022
Eat Your Greens, Bristol – Feb 2022-Jul 2023
Mall Galleries, London – ‘The Natural Eye’ Society of Wildlife Artists Open Exhibition, one work selected, Oct 2021
ACEarts, Somerton – ‘Endangered’ solo exhibition, Jun-Jul 2021
Boundary Art, Cardiff – ‘Inscape’ group exhibition, Jul-Aug 2019
Dela, Bristol – Feb 2019
ACEarts, Somerton – British Wildlife Open Exhibition, two works selected, Oct 2018
The Malago, Bristol – ‘Landskien’ joint exhibition, Oct-Dec 2018
Grain Barge, Bristol – Jun-Aug 2018
Blaze, Bristol – ‘Muse’ group exhibition, Mar 2018