New Abstract Work 2012

2012 ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISM I finished “Rusty Cage” this month. I have been working on and off on this piece for almost a year. The canvas has about 15 layers of super heavy textured paint mixed with found objects. I call it art therapy through abstract expressionism. I paint without using intent and continue to add layers until I feel the piece has arrived. I also like to take photos at various stages to reveal all of the changes. This work ties in with my teaching at Special Care this month... Read The Rest →

ART WEAR

NEW ABSTRACT WORKS @ ARTWEAR’S OPEN HOUSE Thursday, December 15, 2011 5:00 – 8:00 PM ARTWEAR / 1466 S Bryant / Edmond MAP Complimentary wines and hor d’oeuvres. Stop by! ARTWEAR has an outstanding selection of one of kind jewelry and housewares. Special thanks to Christine Seo, Christie Hackler, Kelly Clark & my husband Mark Owen. Share → Tweet

BANYAN TREE

“Banyan Tree” Mixed Media 48″ X 72″ $3500  BUY After learning about Banyan trees I found the unique life cycle and growth pattern represented many similarities of how women interact in so many aspects of life; nurturing, protecting and enabling those around us to grow and develop.From a distance, the tree appears solitary and naturally flawless but a closer view reveals the intricacies and characterof the bark. Knotted, niched and twisted yet beautiful it reveals the fortitude to withstand harsh elements and seasons. Using heavy texture to create depth and... Read The Rest →

OVAC 12 X 12

“DESTROYED METAL” / 12″ X 12″ / ACRYLIC ON CANVAS “The metal sign, or ‘sign of the goat,’ has all but lost its impact as a token of respectful recognition for something truly ‘rocking’ or ‘metal,’” SMC president Terence “Geezer” Butler said. According to Butler, members are upset that their sacred gesture is being used to acknowledge and celebrate “favorable but clearly non-metal events.” — The Onion I read this article and it inspired me to make this painting… I love the idea that a hand gesture can be abused…... Read The Rest →

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