Artist Statement: I began my journey into abstraction several years ago, after painting realism for many years. My work is very much about process. and somehow I am not satisfied unless the work has a history of layers. I am aware that it is the spontaneous and accidental marks that are the most exciting, whether they lend themselves to furthering the composition, or create some tension in the work. It is important that the piece be visually appealing as well as interesting enough to linger over. I take cues from my internal experience to sense when a painting is complete. Lately, with all the turmoil in the World, I am enjoying quiet shifts and soft colors in a painting; getting transported by nuances and the grace of being present to what comes. Painting has become a metaphor for living because if I am only willing to scratch the surface and do what is easy, the work will reflect that. An openness to tap into the deep waters of my creative stream will yield something much richer and way more interesting.
About: After many years in the corporate world, Patricia earned her Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology, and an additional certification for Expressive Arts Therapy. Patricia has lead workshops in creative painting at various venues, including The Georgian Bay School of Arts and Chautauqua Institute. A Toronto native, childhood vacations were always spent at the beach. In the last decade, she spent several years living in Palm Beach, Fl., where she studied with acclaimed abstract artists she has always admired. Inspired by the natural beauty of the ocean, her abstract work articulates a graceful fusion of movement and color. With a diverse palette, Patricia’s collection offers a variety of pieces including both bold and soft aesthetics. Her paintings have been featured in numerous publications worldwide including the premiere design magazine “Palm Beach Illustrated.” Several of her paintings are included in Michelle Cassou and Stewart Cubley’s book "Life, Paint, and Passion." While living in Florida, she was featured at Art Palm Beach International, the Designers' Show House in WPB, and in Nantucket Island through JF Art Gallery. She was a featured artist at The MAE in Delray Beach, and was represented by JF Art Gallery in WPB. Through R2H Modern in Jupiter, FL., her original works of art were made available on Perigold, a worldwide luxury online retailer, offering furniture, artwork and home accessories. In 2023 Patricia published “The Healing Power of Collage” on Amazon. You can find a link to purchase her book under the section “Collage.” Patricia currently resides in Ontario, Canada.
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