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Local ArtistDianne Neuman - Oils and Acrylics
A running theme throughout my work is the recognition of the separation and coming together of two universes - the spiritual and the physical. There is always present a striving for balance, connection and interrelationship between these two worlds in my art. I believe the images that present themselves in my work are messengers of this knowledge.
When my paintings are finished, they reflect the balance of the essential elements: earth, fire, water and air. The union of these elements radiate from my core - thus I consider my work "Landscapes of the Heart." For me it is all about transformation.
© copyright 2008 - all rights to the images are retained by the artist |
A word about my process: I approach the canvas with what is called in Eastern thought "no mind." For me this means abandonment of the conventional Western srtuctures used in creating a painting. I begin by applying my pigments and work the texture with various tools - brushes, rags and sticks. As I work, I stand back again and again until I reach a point where I have surrendered to the painting. When I recognize "this letting go," I know the painting is close to completion.
