Art is a mirror.
Sure, you can look at a piece of art and appreciate its aesthetic quality, and marvel (or not) on the technique of the artist.
But, think about it. Think about a piece of art that you love. Or hate.
Now think about why you love it. Or hate it.
Is it about the technique? Is it beautiful? Ugly? Confusing? Simple?
Now consider this: what is it about you that forms your opinion about a piece of art?
Maybe you feel resentful that the artist has the freedom to take what they see and make something meaningful. Could it be that you wish you had meaning in your life?
Maybe you feel excitement at all the symbols you found. Symbols embedded that perhaps even the artist didn’t know were there. Could it be that you notice symbols everywhere and each one fills you with wonder?
Art is so very needed in life, in this world that spends a lot of time focused on the sad. The negative. The unhappy.
And I’m not saying that everything in life is all sunshine and sparkles and unicorns. (I’d be suspect of anyone who believes that, to be honest.)
The best art, the art that moves me, challenges my way of thinking. If I’m not drawn to a piece, I try to consider why. If I go back to a piece again and again (and again)…I consider why.
Art is more than a piece of decor on a wall. Art can be a catalyst. Hell, art IS a catalyst. To the person who makes it. To the person who appreciates it. To the person who buys it.
Every piece of art you find has meaning to someone. Is important to someone.
Art can, and does, change lives.
Art changed, and continues to change, my life. Every day.
Because art is a mirror.
First time here?
Welcome. Make yourself at home, and I invite you to take a look around the site.
For Sale will take you to the art, which is also classified by large pieces, small pieces and prints or other types of art. Disclosures is the page with answers to anticipated questions and other policy-type things. About is my bio, also with links to a couple other sites I have. Contact will help you find me around the interwebs. And Studio Notes is the blog.
Most of my art is acrylic or mixed media/collage. I also play with photography, digital art, crocheting, jewelry-making and altered books.
If you have any questions about anything on this site, please contact me. No question is too silly, and I enjoy hearing the various interpretations of my work.
My art is rather intuitive, and isn’t always hearts and flowers. If that works for you, awesome. It’s okay if it’s not your cup of tea. In any case, I appreciate you stopping by.