View of Glencoe - canvas print from original artwork

Janet Anderson is an abstract landscape artist based in the Highlands of Scotland. Living and working amid some of the most dramatic scenery in the UK, she draws daily inspiration from the shifting skies, rugged terrain, and quiet beauty of the surrounding landscape. Her creative process often begins during her walks through the Highlands, where changing light, weather, and natural textures influence her ideas and colour choices. Back in the studio, Anderson works with inks and mixed media, embracing a fluid and intuitive approach. Allowing the ink to move freely across the surface, she encourages organic patterns and forms to emerge naturally. This balance between intention and spontaneity lies at the heart of her work. Layers of colour, movement, and texture gradually develop into atmospheric compositions that echo the rhythms and moods of the landscape rather than depicting it directly. Through this expressive process, Janet Anderson creates abstract works that capture the spirit of the Highlands—its sense of space, energy, and ever-changing atmosphere—inviting viewers to experience the landscape through imagination and emotion.