Artist Statement

As a painter, physical, spiritual, and emotional memories inspire the visual depth of my work. Through the use of art materials, these journeys, turning points, and the inevitable cyclical return to new beginnings, are expressed. Abstracts and seascapes compose the majority of my work.

By superimposing layers of media, the varied themes and processes of my compositions are exposed.  Materials for each image are selected based on what best fit the particular series. Natural and sensual materials such as oils and encaustic paint allow the blending of edges to create visual mood and depth. Mixed media allows for another kind of mysterious and contemplative work.

My seascapes are not literal interpretations of nature, but rather, they articulate the quiet mystery and power of the natural world and our relationship to it. By showing constant movement, natural rhythm, and a sense of place, these works attempt to communicate my awareness. Such awareness of the intricacies of nature emphasize that we are all part of a whole. There is no real separation between air, earth, water, and humanity. 

When viewing paintings of these seemingly lonely places that are actually brimming with life, the objective is to invoke in the viewer a feeling of connectedness and a contemplation of the orchestra of life and the silence underlying it.

—Angela White