Henry Hudson

Henry Hudson is a British artist known for his work in painting, sculpture, etching, and performance. He completed his education at Central St. Martins and currently lives and works in London.

Hudson has gained recognition for his innovative use of plasticine in his artworks, which adds a sculptural and textured dimension to his paintings. To work with plasticine, Hudson first softens it on a hotplate, then manipulates it with his fingers. The material is layered thickly on boards in multiple colors, and finally sculpted and textured using makeshift tools such as biros and paintbrushes. His "Horizon Lines" series, inspired by solo flights over the Atlantic Ocean, portrays serene, unpopulated landscapes that convey a sense of escapism.

In his recent series, Hudson combines digital image-making with Scagliola—a traditional Italian technique using pigment, plaster, and glue. These works are reminiscent of plasticine in their texture and appearance and depict the geological layers of riverbeds, exploring the movement of rocks and sediment.

Hudson has exhibited his work internationally, with solo shows at prominent venues such as Unit Gallery and Sotheby’s S|2 Gallery in London and New York, among others. His work is featured in both public and private collections, including the Zabludowicz Collection in London and the Ömer Koç Collection in Istanbul. Hudson's artistic contributions have been extensively reviewed and discussed in major publications like The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.