Valentines Figure Study: Inspired by the fresh start of a new year, I explored a looser and more energetic approach to this series. When trialing new techniques, I always find it useful to use a tried and true subject - the female figure. She offers the challenge of capturing expression, light values, and weight.

Like many of my pieces, my use of color & marks are inspired by the land around me. Even when my subject isn’t directly reflecting the Great Lakes region, I still find myself endlessly inspired by Her - by nature. Suggested by their names, these female figures personify the many sides of Her.

Each is an 8x8 or 8x10 mixed media painting on thick, cold pressed paper, mounted to a wood panel and set in a maple wooden floater frame. The frames are 1.5” deep and ready to hang but are deep enough to be set on a dresser or shelf. (See my suggestions on pairing & styling tips here!)

All paintings will ship out of my studio in Madison, Wisconsin. You will be provided with a tracking number.