A quick catchup with artist Hannah Valentine about all things beauty – including her work!
Walk us through your daily skincare routine?
My skincare routine is fairly minimal. I cleanse and moisturise morning and night, and face scrub a few times a week. In summer, I sunblock every morning. I often wear a mask when creating work, so try to make sure I look after my skin afterwards!
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How do you prioritize your wellbeing with a young family and your work?
I find it a lot easier to fit in exercise in summer when days are longer, it’s always a push in winter but I find making time for a couple of runs a week and getting an early night whenever possible works wonders. Days can be hectic, but everything feels a lot easier on a good night’s sleep!
Do you have a favourite skincare treatment?
I’m more likely to treat myself to a massage than to go for a skincare treatment. I had a great deep-tissue massage at the spa at Park Hyatt recently, you come out feeling so good.
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Where do you source inspiration when creating your art?
Recently, home and our two young boys have been a source of inspiration. I’m interested in physicality and tactile experiences, and seeing their delight in sensory discoveries has played a part in my upcoming exhibition at Page Galleries, Closeness is a diffuse border, which runs from the 15 August – 7 September.