Another semester finished and only 2 more to go. I have masters programs staring me in the face and the realization that my long, delayed, journey through getting my Undergraduates degree actually has an ending. I am both amazed it is almost here, and broken hearted. I LOVE being in college. I know getting my masters… Continue reading Spring semester at its close
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
Wow what a semester and where has it gone?! What have I been up to (besides hogging the computer to research Bernini and Degenerate art till all hours of the night?) well take a look! I have continued my focus on capturing the feelings and experience I have encountered in nature, but have narrowed it… Continue reading I hope my paintings can be an oasis
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
This semester has tuned into quite the challenge, but SO rewarding! I'm in the thick of finals, but have a moment to take a step back, and share with you my newest creations. Pottery! I'm obsessed! There is just something about drinking out of something I made from scratch that makes me want to create… Continue reading Living art, addictions to pottery, and captured inspiration. Just a few things that have found me this year.
Lisa Rachel Horlander 