Neil Hipkiss GAvA

Aviation Artist Aviation Art Prints and Greetings/ Birthday Cards 

Neil Hipkiss is a British aviation artist celebrated for his meticulous attention to detail and evocative depictions of flight. His work captures the drama, precision, and atmosphere of aircraft in motion, establishing him as a respected name in contemporary aviation art.

Born into a family with deep aviation ties — his grandfather worked on Spitfire production during the Second World War and his father served in the Royal Air Force — Hipkiss developed a lifelong fascination with aircraft and engineering. This heritage continues to influence his artwork, giving his aviation paintings a unique sense of authenticity and respect for the subject.

Working primarily in oils on canvas, Neil Hipkiss combines technical accuracy with artistic depth. His compositions often place aircraft within striking skies, landscapes, or airfield settings, blending realism with a strong narrative sense. He aims not merely to illustrate machines, but to capture the experience of flight itself — its speed, grace, and emotion.

A self-taught artist, Hipkiss joined the Guild of Aviation Artists (GAvA) in 1997 and has exhibited in numerous *Aviation Paintings of the Year* exhibitions in London. His work has attracted collectors, pilots, and aviation enthusiasts worldwide, valued for both its historical accuracy and artistic craftsmanship.

In addition to original paintings, many of Neil Hipkiss’s works are available as aviation art prints, offering high-quality reproductions of his most admired scenes. His partnership with Hansen Fine Art has made these prints widely accessible to collectors and admirers of aviation art. His imagery is also featured on an exclusive range of aviation birthday cards and greeting cards, reflecting the enduring popularity of his work among those who celebrate aviation heritage.

Residing in Worcestershire, Neil continues to paint within earshot of low-flying military training routes — a fitting soundtrack to an artist whose life and art are shaped by the world of flight. His paintings, art prints, and card designs remain a testament to a lifelong passion for aviation and its place in both history and imagination.

Hansen Fine Art are proud to have been releasing Neil's aviation art prints and greetings birthday cards since 2014 and will continue to add to his portfolio as new work becomes available. 

Neil is available for commissions, please see our commissions page