Fine art and design

About

Iasonas Bakas

Iasonas Bakas is an abstract minimalist based in Bath, UK. Born and raised in Greece, he brings a sense of his native Mediterranean openness and human centric logic to his work.

His art is based on research and wide reading, experimentation and a structured process of development. Drawing inspiration from product design, architecture and graphic design, Bakas marries the traditional processes of drawing and oil painting with contemporary themes, colour palettes and interpretative representation.

Artist’s statement and CV

Upcoming and current exhibitions

Bakas fine art is often included in exhibitions and art shows in Bath, Bristol and the surrounding area in Somerset. Current and upcoming shows include:

Pint Sized, Art Circle, Bath, UK

Fine Art show organised by the Art Circle in Bath. 40 different artists show their pint sized work in the Raven of Bath. From October 2024 until January 2025.

Art at the Heart, Royal United Hospital Bath, UK

In support of the Charity Art at the Heart, fine art is displayed in the main corridor of Royal United Hospital. Aims to bring light and hope in a space traditionally associated with negative experiences.

Artist’s statement

Looking for calmness within structure, interest within simplicity and elegance within creativity Bakas weaves a remarkable artistic narrative through his abstract minimalistic work.

By using carefully considered colour palettes and drafting balanced geometrical compositions, he creates an opportunity for the viewers to feel internally in sync with his work. Although allowing this feeling of serenity to govern is comforting, Bakas often chooses to initiate a conversation by introducing a highly contrasting element to the frame.

For his abstract shapes and linework, he uses simple methods to cunningly surprise the viewer while creating compositions that are simultaneously engaging and soothingly familiar.

Drawing inspiration from product design, architecture and graphic design Bakas proposes a fresh approach on how the well-established principles of minimalism can be applied and interpreted. Developed on a foundation of research, wider reading and experimentation, his works marry the breadth of opportunity created by abstract art with the fundamentals of architectural design and creative interiors.

Iasonas Bakas
Abstract minimalism
Greek fine artist, residing and working in Bath, UK

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CV

2025

  • One drop, infinite ripples, Roper Gallery, Bath, June 2025
  • On the Edge, Roper Gallery, Bath, April 2025
  • The Empire, Private exhibition, Bath, March 2025
  • Small and Mighty, Corsham Gallery, Corsham, January 2025

2024

  • Art at the Heart, Royal United Hospital (RUH), Bath, UK, November 2024 – January 2025
  • Pint Sized, Art Circle, Bath, UK, October 2024 – January 2025
  • Earthly Beauty, Pound Arts, Corsham, UK, August – September 2024
  • Widcombe Arts Trail, Bath, UK, June 2024
  • Bear Flat Arts Trail, Bath, UK, May 2024
  • Newbridge Arts Trail, Bath, UK, May 2024
  • An Exploration of Colour, UWE, Bristol, UK, April 2024
  • Static Energy, 44AD Art Gallery, Bath UK, January 2024

2023

2022

  • Open Summer Exhibition, Black Swan Art, Frome, September 2022

2021

  • Material World, 44AD Art Gallery, Bath UK, January 2020

2019

  • Deck the Walls, 44AD Art Gallery, Bath UK, December 2019
  • BAS Student Exhibition, Bath Artists Studios, Bath, UK December 2019
  • Bath Comedy Festival, Widcombe Social Club, Bath UK, April 2019
  • Alter Ego, 44AD Art Gallery, Bath UK, January 2019

2018

  • Deck the walls, 44AD Art Gallery, Bath UK, December 2018