Artist Statement
I am a Conduit, Storyteller, and a Grower. Stemming from my own experiences of survival and discovery, I invite you to find your own meaning and inspiration.
On carefully chosen substrates, I build up my subject matter intuitively using a variety of mediums—oil paint, cold wax, solvents, and powdered pigments—to create layers of textural color and form. I incorporate old-fashioned forms of communication, like script and wax seals, as well as handiwork and craft, such as embroidery on fabric and gold leaf.
Through these layers of textual color and form, I aim to create not just art, but a space for reflection and connection – a reminder of the beauty and resilience within us all.
Below are sneak peeks of the accompanying Stories from my Stories on Wood collection... click the buttons to read the full stories.
Below are sneak peeks of the accompanying Stories from my Stories on Wood collection... click the link to read the full
I See You
(one interpretation of)
"Once upon a time, in a small clearing to the North, there was a Being emerging from her dark well of ink. Having, and still experiencing
profound change, inspired both from above and within; she found herself poetically flowing up and out into the world. This transformation was
quite exciting, scary, not to mention curious and beautiful all wrapped up into one.
As she floated about, Amanda could see a small collection of fellow Beings..."
Solo Flight of Thought
(one interpretation of)
"Once upon a time, there was a Being that was said to be part flower and part human. Others argued the Being was instead, simply dressed in petals from a large flower, designed to conceal all parts of its anatomy judged by society too intimate to ever be exposed..."
The Balance of Being
(one interpretation of)
"Once upon a time, a Worm set aside time to observe three Beings that resided in the world above him. He delighted in this daily treat; watching them interact with one another, attempting to learn what he had already.
One day, while he was in the process of his household chores, he was interrupted by their commotion above. With his peace and quiet unexpectedly disturbed, he inched towards the surface to see what was going on. It might be noted, normally he didn’t let their lives influence his like this..."
Intermission With Cupcakes
(one interpretation of)
"Once upon a time, a winged Being observed a field of flowers where a young Woman lay. From morning until night and night until morning, with days gently gliding by, her presence
remained one with the floral landscape.
Her hair was the only way to tell that she was there amongst
the flowers. Strands were often sighted first as they moved slightly with the breeze..."
The Little Oops of a Daisy
(one interpretation of)
"Once upon a time, in a setting of flowers and waters, there was a Daisy, a Fish, and a Little Girl. It is said there is a connection amongst the three, though it is undetermined which story of the 3 is most true.
It has been told, it was the Little Girl who, one day, said, “Oops!” when she found herself next to a Fish out of water and a Daisy taller than she. And it has been told it was the Fish who said to the Daisy “Oops!” when he found he was outside of his comfort zone next to a Little Girl who wanted to take him home..."
Curly Little Q
(one interpretation of)
"Once upon a time, in a place of waterfalls, there was a
Girl with a head rather out of proportion to her little frame. Upon her head was extraordinary locks that frequently needed taming. Familiar with brushes and combs she
much preferred the way the trees and rocks embraced
her natural way..."
