Inspirations for Abstracts … are sometimes from a color palette on an object. Other inspirations are non traditional collections that collaged together create an abstracted composition. Or, focusing on a micro section of object provides a new way to explore its character and structure.
Inspired by… an old turquoise rusted and weathered copper industrial roof vent found at a historical South Carolina beach site. The multi colored palette of the large weathered vent was so interesting it allowed me to create three abstract versions from shapes and colors from different areas of the vent. <back to abstracts>
Inspired by… the black metal edging of a weathered, copper industrial roof vent now transformed into a beautiful turquoise palette. This painting highlights the thick black edges of the vent against the more predominate golds on the turquoise background. It is the second painting in a series of three abstract oil paintings. Turquoise II won […]
Inspired by… the sky reflections dancing and creating interesting shapes on the water at Hoh Rain Forest, Olympia National Park, WA. This abstract acrylie painting showcases how the canopy of the forest trees filtered the sunlight on the water in the Hoh Rain Forest, Olympia National Park, Washington State. The sky reflections danced on the water […]
Inspired by… using scientific insights as a resource for assembling an alternate view of cells and viruses found in the human body and in plants. I was intrigued by the magnification of the cell structure and lymphatic system within the body. As I researched I also found that viruses have their own unique structures and forms. […]
Inspired by… a group of household items collaged to create an abstract artwork. The colors and shapes of the assorted items unify the artwork. When creating Collections I was interested in how common, everyday items can be collaged into an interesting composition. The sharpness of some elements are juxtaposed against the curvatures and softness of […]
Inspired by… nature’s organic materials randomly layered into a hard plastic container effectively holding it all in. The collage of nature’s elements create mini vignettes within each frame of the gridded container. In the abstract oil painting the collage of organic dried plants and leaves, decayed apples and abandoned insect nests are nestled in a […]
Inspired by… a deep ground cover of almost monochrome color of layered, decaying leaves and branches found on the forest floor. The vibrant landscapes that we enjoy couldn’t be possible without experiencing the cycle of life. The dying of plants, leaves and trees in a forest provide the nutrients that nurture and sustain the growth […]
Inspired by… the abstract glassine technique of overlaying multiple ascending ladders to create a hazy, yet transparent rendering of the ladders reaching for the sky. Symbolically the use of ladders has a lot of meanings; in this composition the multiple ladders are alternative pathways. Each ladder represents a new opportunity, a new direction. The choice […]
Inspired by… curiosity about the history of a weathered and textural metal vessel; making me wonder about what stories were hidden beneath the surface. It is intriguing how the environment can change and redesign structures sometimes making them more interesting than when they were new. <back to abstracts>
Inspired by… the colors on a marble slab that created an abstract rendering of bright sunlight behind the city lights of the skyline. Ideas for paintings come from unexpected places. A friend shared a photo, taken on an overseas trip, of a multi-colored stacked marble and granite slabs. The variety of colors in the veins […]
Inspired by … a triad color palette of yellows, purples and reds. The proliferation of circles prompts the question – can you count the circles? This artwork was exhibited at the 2019 National Small Works in the SouthWest Artist Inc. juried art show held at the Mena Art Gallery, Mena, AK. The show can be […]