Biography
“What shall we know, and feel, and see, and hear,
When the sunset colours kindle and the stars appear?”
Paintings of
Light, Peace and Life
Art has always been my passion since I was able to hold a brush and being an artist is the fulfillment of all my dreams. As a child, I took every opportunity to draw and paint. Even now as a grown woman, I do the same. One of the greatest influences of my art is the genius of the Impressionists. Their exciting style of color lends itself to my approach to watercolor.
As I have grown as a watercolorist I have found that the process is very important to me. From taking the time to stretch the paper to planning out the layers of watercolor paint. Some paintings I do throw the paints down, I love to add extra water and load a paintbrush with pigment and watch as the color bleeds into the paper creating all kinds of patterns. Like a puzzle, as I go it falls into place. I do plan the composition out but it is fun to see where it will take me and what the puzzle will become.
I love being able to evoke an emotional response from others. The subject matter, color and composition all play a role in this. I have grown to love the fluidity of the watercolor medium.
Subject Matter and Themes
Whether it is the peaceful repose of slumbering children, the energy of frisky animals, or the first rosy glow of summer sunrises, my aim is to capture the character of my subject at the moment of the event. Where I live has had a profound influence on my art. There are many plain people here and their simple way of life. Also, the farm and forestry landscape is very beautiful.
The translucence of watercolor allows me to juxtapose two colors or add a thin glaze of warm, bright colors in just the right spot to make the moment and the subject come alive.