“I paint with a sense of urgency and immediacy. Getting whatever it is I feel needs to be expressed on the canvas and in this consistent daily discipline creating what I believe to be some of the best work of my career,”
Bright, colorful and full of conviction that humans must live in a sustainable manner within the environment, Jim Marxen’s art conveys optimism while underscoring the need to ensure all people have the opportunity to experience the beauty in the world.
“I love photography because it always surprises me. I like to merge portraits with photos of nature because the process always has unexpected results. I have created scenes giving Mother Nature a voice and a cause.”
“This painting is my attempt to elevate the mundane subject of fallen leaves. Fall is my favorite time of year to experience the complexities of nature—the smell of fresh air, the sound of leaves falling in piles under the tree canopy and the winding down of another year.”
“Viewers have stated that my landscape paintings portray peacefulness and tranquility. I strive to communicate with the viewer my interpretation of each venue, creating a ‘sense of place.’
Laurie Curran studied art at UC Berkeley and San Francisco Art Institute. Her style is a masterful balance between abstraction and realism.
