An abstract painting with pastel blue background and two horizontal yellow brushstrokes.

Colorfield studies. Experimental pieces for large scale.

2021-2022

Seattle WA

These pieces are explorative oils on wood panels.

Medium: Williamsburg Oils
Dimensions: 4x4, 5x5 and 6x6

Color palette swatches laid out on a wooden table, featuring various shades of gray, blue, yellow, green, and black.
Color swatches arranged on a wooden table, with a stack of similar swatches on the left and a lamp and some cables in the background.
Color swatches of various shades arranged on sheets of paper on a wooden table.
  • A square art piece with four horizontal color sections in pink, red, dark red, and dark green, framed in white, against a plain white background.
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  • A white canvas with four horizontal rectangular paint swatches in shades of green and blue, arranged vertically.
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  • A painting with four horizontal color blocks: light blue at the bottom, black above it, blue above black, and light blue at the top, all set against a white background.
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  • Abstract painting with a large blue rectangle on top and a smaller black rectangle below, painted on white canvas.
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  • A white canvas with horizontal brushstrokes of aqua, teal, gray, and black paint, standing against a plain white background.
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  • Painting with four horizontal stripes of varying shades of blue on a white background.
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  • A white sheet with three horizontal painted rectangles in orange, teal, and dark teal colors hanging on a white wall.
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Pieces available in store.

Several pieces are currently available in my store, and others upon request.

Abstract watercolor painting with soft pastel shades of blue, yellow, and gray, divided into horizontal sections.
A color palette swatch featuring four shades of gray from light to dark mounted on a white card.
Abstract painting with horizontal blocks of muted yellow, bright yellow, beige, and off-white colors.
Abstract painting with horizontal yellow and light yellow stripes on a light background, framed and hung on a white wall.
Abstract painting with four horizontal color blocks: maroon, teal, black, and white background.
A rectangular glass palette with three shades of blue, placed on a white surface against a plain, light-colored background.
A abstract painting with bold, horizontal color blocks in yellow, blue, and black, mounted on a white wall.
A white sheet of paper with three horizontal brushstrokes of paint in shades of teal, blue, and navy, hanging on a white wall.
A painting with five horizontal color blocks from top to bottom: teal, light blue, blue, gray, and black, on a white background.
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Abstract painting with four horizontal color sections in white, dark blue, light blue, and black, displayed on a white wall.
Abstract painting with horizontal bands of blue, light blue, beige, and off-white colors.
Abstract painting with three large horizontal color blocks: blue at the top, light blue in the middle, and yellow at the bottom on a white background.
Abstract painting with four horizontal bands of muted colors from top to bottom: light beige, blue-gray, teal, and dark teal, mounted on a white wall.
Colorful fabric swatches in neutral shades on a display board.
A rectangular canvas with horizontal abstract brushstrokes in shades of beige, gray, and black displayed on a white wall with a shadow cast to the left.
A white canvas with four horizontal rectangular brushstrokes of different colors: dark blue on top, blue in the middle, yellowish-green below, and pastel yellow at the bottom.
A blank canvas with two large, rounded rectangular shapes, one pale beige and one dark gray, stacked vertically on a white surface against a plain white background.
Abstract painting with horizontal brush strokes in shades of blue, yellow, and teal on a white canvas.
A rectangular canvas with horizontal paint strokes in shades of beige, dark gray, and light gray, positioned on a white surface against a white background.
A photo of a white sheet of paper with four rectangular paint swatches in a vertical column, from top to bottom: dark green, gray, black, and a hint of black at the bottom.
A modern abstract painting with a large blue rectangular shape on top, a smaller black strip beneath it, all on a white canvas.
A color palette with five painted rectangular swatches of different shades of yellow and beige, arranged vertically against a plain wall background.
A color palette with four horizontal swatches of blue shades, from light to dark, on a white background.
A sheet of watercolor paint swatches displaying three shades: light beige, medium taupe, and dark gray, on a white background.
A paint color palette featuring four horizontal paint swatches in shades from beige to dark brown, displayed on a white background.
Close-up of a wallpaper sample sheet featuring three rectangular color swatches in muted tones against a neutral background.
Abstract art piece with a large blue rectangle and a smaller black rectangle beneath it, both on a white background.
Painting with abstract geometric shapes in orange and blue on a white canvas
Abstract artwork with horizontal stripes in shades of black, purple, and gray on a white background.

Artist Statement

This series of small Color Field paintings, executed in Williamsburg Oils on both canvas board and wood panel, serves as a meditative exploration of color and emotion. Each piece, varying in dimensions from square to rectangular, acts as a study for larger works yet to come. Through these intimate compositions, I aim to create a tranquil space where viewers can immerse themselves in the subtle interplay of hues and forms.

The deliberate simplicity of the color fields is designed to evoke a range of subtle emotions, encouraging viewers to engage in a quiet, introspective dialogue with the artwork. The soft transitions and the purity of color invite a meditative state, allowing each individual to project their feelings and experiences onto the canvas. This interaction transforms the viewing experience into a personal journey of reflection and emotional resonance.

These studies are not just preliminary sketches for larger pieces but stand-alone works that highlight the power of color to influence mood and perception. By focusing on small-scale formats, I emphasize the intimacy of the viewing experience, inviting a closer, more personal engagement with the art. This approach underscores my belief in the profound impact that subtle shifts in color and form can have on our emotional landscape, offering a serene and contemplative escape from the complexities of daily life.