Suzanne Hughes

Salt Light


Salt Light
is the first collection to emerge from my new studio space, a place where I’ve been able to lean more fully into quiet, openness, and the expansive landscapes that have shaped my inner world. Much of my inspiration comes from my upbringing in the UK—windswept coastlines, soft skies, and the enduring pull of the horizon line that has stayed with me wherever I’ve lived.


These abstract coastal paintings are built from muted palettes, gentle shifts of light, and wide fields of space—echoes of deserted beaches, low tides, and the stillness that settles where the ocean meets the sky. Each piece sits somewhere between memory and longing. I paint with the intention of creating room to breathe—minimalist seascapes that hold calm, light, and the quiet emotional terrain of open spaces.


This collection reflects my ongoing exploration of abstract art, coastal-inspired painting, and minimalist landscapes. If you’re looking for serene wall art, contemporary seascape paintings, or original coastal abstracts, Salt Light offers a quiet place to land.

Small works on wood - Edge

Edge is a quiet series built from moments spent walking beside the water. These small wood pieces hold the feeling of moving along the shoreline—the soft glow on the horizon, the gentle shift of tide and light, the hush that comes when you’re walking with your thoughts and the sea. Each painting is minimal yet grounded, a distilled sense of place. They’re meant to feel like pauses… little breaths of calm you can carry into your home.

Small Works on Paper

When my studio moved out of my home, I didn’t expect to miss the ease of painting at my own table—but I did. So I set up a small workspace in my dining room, and these pieces are created right there, in the quiet of everyday life. They carry the same soft light, open horizons, and calm energy as my larger paintings—just distilled into a smaller, more personal scale.


These framed originals also offer a more accessible price point for anyone hoping to begin (or grow) a collection of original art but isn’t ready for a medium or large piece. They look beautiful hung in pairs or grouped together, and I offer 10% off when purchasing three or more.


If you’d like more information, please feel free to reach out.