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"In a way, I’m returning to my childhood habit
of staring at wood grain
and discovering faces.
Each painting begins with a dark hue brushed in various directions creating nebulous forms. Stand- ing back from the canvas begins the search for lines and shapes that will in uence the painting. Imaginary yet recognizable imagery begins to ap- pear. The painting continually transforms through color and brushstrokes, creating abstract shapes and movement. I scratch through the surface revealing layers of color and texture. Childhood symbols are always a part of each painting: win- dows, crooked houses, ladders and misshapen geometric patterns.
My current paintings present a playful expression of whimsical gures, yet the imagery is open to interpretation beyond whimsy. I want the viewer to discover their own story. My goal is to create a colorful cast of odd characters in a performance of their own self-discovery."
Lisa barteLL