About the Artist
Hannah Syme is a San Francisco–based emerging artist working primarily in oil en plein air. Her practice is rooted in direct observation, capturing the shifting light and atmospheric nuances of the natural world. Formerly an emergency and ICU nurse in New York, Syme began painting as a way to process and heal from the profound experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic. Her work reflects a deep engagement with the present moment, exploring themes of impermanence, resilience, and the quiet beauty found in everyday landscapes.
Background
H Syme Studio was created for meditation and a search for what's really important. Being outside and surrounded by life provides a gift inexplicable unless experienced for oneself. Painting the outdoors captures moments in time that motivate me to preserve the environment in order to share this beautiful world for generations to come.
From New Mexico's mesas and mountains to the east coast 's plentiful marinas and sailboats to the PNW Cascades, Hannah enjoys painting all of earth's beauty. She studied at the University of New Mexico, gaining a BFA in Media Arts then returned to school at the University of Rochester for a BS in Nursing. She carries her art into her practice and vice versa. Nursing requires grace, forgiveness, attention to detail, and patience but also can be incredibly emotional. Painting parallels in every way.
