SOLO SHOW
Roots Gallery
Surel's Place, First Friday Opening and Art Walk
As I set out to create a body of work specifically for this show, I needed to get real with myself and the six weeks I had to accomplish it. While I have always been enthusiastic about abstract art, my interest is in ALL of it; large shapes, intricate mark making, bold colors, earthy neutrals, botanicals, portraiture and landscapes.
Overwhelmed with choices and searching where to begin, I committed myself to focusing on the most robust elements of a visual experience. I worked to identify the colors that most captivate my attention and realized they are the colors I am often most intimidated to use. I set my intention to distinguish the most striking shapes, lines and curves I find appealing. I envisioned the footprint of a building, imagined myself walking through the front door and thought about what would cause me to turn and walk toward one visual choice over another.
As it happens, we find ourselves amidst springtime in Idaho. After a long, grey winter, our senses can once again be indulged with all that comes from long hours of sunlight. The open blue skies have returned with green foothills, vibrant flowers and rushing waters of the Boise River. I find it is no coincidence nature uses the same visual elements to lure us in closer. I invite you to notice which aspects of this work most draw you in and reflect spring as moment in time.