Shanon Schneider

Acrylic/Mixed Media

20" x 20"

Artist Statement

For me, the creative process is an emotional, spontaneous, and multidimensional
journey. It has complexities and obstacles, triumphs and surprises. Inspiration
for my work comes from color, geometry, composition, texture, and the painting
process itself. There is joyous energy and grounding that comes from the
technique itself, the repeated, methodical or haphazard application of materials
by brushes, fingers, palette knives, rags, and scrapers of all shapes and sizes.

My most recent work has evolved from a long foundation in contemporary
landscapes to the abstract. Abstracts are addictive. Their beginning and ending is
spontaneous, unpredictable, and liberating. Abstracts engage the viewer and
create a visual dialog to interpret, question, or simply enjoy. The diversity of those
perceptions are endless.

"Relationships unfold as my stories on canvas are shared with others, in their homes,
workplaces, in their most special places. Those relationships create a dialog, a sense
of connection that brings emotion, reflection, pause, or perhaps a shared
understanding. It is a joyous experience to share my story, my journey with each piece
of art and to spark those connections with others."

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