Tinted + Paintbrush
While I am deeply connected with every piece I create, there is something therapeutic and peaceful working with acrylic paint and canvas. These pieces have a direct connection with someone, or a group of people I hold close to my heart. I am reminded of hugs, tears, passion and laughter. This is what life is and why we live it, with all of us having a purpose in this world. No matter where this journey leads, I will continue to take in all that surrounds me and transfer those colors of life into my paintings.
TOGETHER We love having blended African and Scandanavian roots in our home. Marrying differences and similarities of who we are as individuals reside in this piece: colors mix and blend atop and beside each other, yet there's still space to explore what's still to come. Mixed media on canvas 30 x 24 x 1
LOLLIPOP DRAGON This piece reminds me of the many wonderful children I was fortunate to work with for over 10 years in the elementary education field. So many wondrous little people, whether they shouted their individuality to the world, or kept it tucked in and close, they will always be close to my heart. Grateful to virtually exhibit this piece during Red Dot Miami Week, December 2023. Mixed media on canvas 18 x 24 x 1
THE INDUSTRIAL TRANSITION This painting was originally planned to be vibrant, energetic and cheerful. It would be transformed into my attempt to cope with two family member's recent Lupus and breast cancer diagnoses instead. My heart was broken, and I wanted to scratch through the dark because I could feel overwhelming light and warmth on the other side. I needed to be in full acceptance of that light to help the healing process for all involved. A realignment of focusing on what lies in front of me had taken place internally. The Industrial Transition has since become one of my favorite pieces. Mixed media on canvas 30 x 24 x 1
UNKNOWN PASSAGE - Digital Exhibition Piece - Andie Art, Art Space & Design - Athens, Greece, December 2023 Mixed media on canvas 18 x 24 x 1
BENEATH Mixed media on canvas 18 x 24 x 1
MELODIOUS VIBRATION A celebration of love I receive from my husband. Bright, wild, full of color, fun and laughter, I am grateful and thankful for this life with him, peaks and valleys included. Acrylic on canvas 30 x 24 x 1