Our individual view of a moment can be hindered by impaired sight. Whether it’s a physical handicap, atmospheric conditions, or our personal observation skills, our view will determine how we visually interpret the world compared to another individual’s insight. This could be considered a hindrance, or a luxury. I personally have the pleasure of being… Continue reading Sanguine Alignment
It started by accident while I was getting the gesso onto a newly stretched canvas. I decided to save a few steps and add some color in with the gesso. I start out with acrylic paint, and then build up the oil paint after. The depth was wonderful and I knew right away that I… Continue reading I might have stumbled into something!
This semester is already flying by, and so Ive had my nose deeply buried in paint (maybe a little bit literally)! Ive been continuing in my exploration of shapes and light that I have observed from nature. I am using those to create an inspiring experience. Ive been trying to get out of my comfort… Continue reading Finding direction
I have been focused on painting in a way that creates an experience for the viewer and hopefully an emotional change in that moment. My hope is to bring light and positive feelings into the viewer with the colors and brush strokes I have gathered together. I have been mimicking the shapes and colors from… Continue reading I need your opinions
Its an exciting and vulnerable moment. After half a year of focus and exploration, my paintings are up and ready to be viewed (some for the very first time)! I love and dread this part of the creative process. I have taken what is in my heart, and written it in color and shape. It… Continue reading Solo Show!
I have been searching for places that are filled with inspiration, to fuel my study of shapes and colors found in our experiences and nature. One of my favorite places in town, is a lovely flower shop, Moss. Every nook is filled with lovely treasures to discover! The air is fragrant with happy flowers in… Continue reading Finding inspiration- Moss in Tyler
Whew what an event! I had the pleasure of being part of this art auction, but also the adventure of painting live during it! My handsome date (my husband) took some short Instagram videos of my process for you all to enjoy the experience. After a mini road trip, we set up and got pretty.… Continue reading Live painting at Random Art Gallery in Dallas TX
I have been busy at work this summer studying nature and experimenting with paint. I have come up with this new body of work, that will be debuted in a solo show, in my hometown. Hints of sunlight and glistening of waves. The caress of a warm breeze, and the relief of a cool splash… Continue reading Amorphic Renderings
Lisa Rachel Horlander 