My life in art began when I joined the volunteer Art Docent program at my childrens’ elementary school. Wonderful and imaginative art lessons were attached to all the prints we showed the children. The work the children created was stunning! Their art inspired me to take numerous art classes.
My favorite genre is abstraction. Abstraction seeks to express something of the essence of things. Common subjects are: (1) still lives or nature; (2) feelings, thoughts, reaction or experiences; (3) the elements of design ( line, shape, color, value, pattern…etc.) and principles of design (unity, variety, contrast, movement…etc.).
The experience of painting leaves me feeling refreshed and renewed just like exercising, an afternoon tea break, or visiting with good friends. In creating art to share with the public, I hope to impart these beneficial feelings to those who encounter my paintings.
