Women have the distinction of weaving the world together without receiving the credit for their time, talent or ability.
We toil to be accepted as equal and until recently our efforts are seen as less than any man.
Many of my paintings are seen as political images, but I strive to create work that speaks to all of our collective struggles as humans in a complicated world.
I am a sensory illusionist. My work, which is called, Sculpted Paintings, is the integration of color, light and texture with many surface variations and includes mixed media.
The landscape paintings have the effect of a layered topography and atmosphere that exist in real life. I use texture as an allusion to intimate the clouds, mountains and water. The concept is to give an impression of what actually exists and allow the viewer to bring their own conception and memories to the experience of the moment.
At first you see the whole picture, but upon closer inspection, a world of detail is revealed.
This is also true for my more political work. At first glance, you see an image, perhaps an iconic symbol, (the flag, hearts, stars, or other symbols) that seems familiar, but when you look closer the detail is revealed. Detail that gives meaning to those symbols and to the work as a whole.
Sometimes these images are a reflection of current events. Sometimes they are a reflection of my conscience, concern, or consideration.
Artists are frequently asked, "What does it mean?"
Although there is the artist's intention behind the work, there is also the meaning the viewer has upon seeing the work. Combined, the work's meaning is elevated.
The project I am working on is called, Tipping Point. The Sculpted Paintings in this project are based on the political issues that affect everyone. Yet, after the most recent decisions, I am expanding the premise to include the very harsh reality facing women at this time. This includes a women’s right to choose, equal pay, and simply, the right to have an equal place in the world.
Women have the distinction of weaving the world together without receiving the credit for their time, talent or ability.
We toil to be accepted as equal and until recently our efforts are seen as less than any man.
Many of my paintings are seen as political images, but I strive to create work that speaks to all of our collective struggles as humans in a complicated world.
