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Artist Statement

By Barbara Lasley

Why I Paint:

  • Painting makes me happy
  • Feeling of accomplishment
  • Visual rewards
  • Fun
  • Love of drawing and colors

How I paint:  Shapes, value, light & color

  • Oil painting
  • Mixing of colors
  • Use of brushes
  • Pastel painting
  • Pure pigment
  • Hands on application
  • Realistic
  • Beautiful colors
  • Traditional
  • Landscape
  • Seascape
  • Still life

What art means to me:

I want my paintings to be beautiful and to create a sense of calmness and enjoyment.  Also, I want to leave the viewer with some questions such as, “Where is that boat going?” or “What are they talking about?”  Something to think about – a story to tell.  Enjoy!