Val Rossman
Words Were Cautious, 2018
Pastel
20 x 20" (framed)

Artist Statement
My work is a blend of careful planning and unpredictable interruptions. For me this is an apt metaphor for life. As much as each of us tries to script our lives there are often "curve balls" that take us by surprise. This concept is incorporated into visual representations which consist of multiple layers of painted shapes, empty spaces and a variety of marks to create a lush and deep surface.

My love of color has always been a driving force in my work. The dialogue between seemingly random gestures, textures, and shapes provide a visual adventure. My process is dynamic and "in the moment"….a conversation with the piece. I believe that the journey is as important as the destination.

Artist Bio

Val Rossman is a Philadelphia-based painter whose career spans more than 40 years, including over 28 solo exhibitions and numerous group shows throughout the United States. She has received several awards, including the Award for Excellence at the State Museum of Pennsylvania.

In addition to her studio practice, Rossman teaches at Wayne Art Center and the Woodmere Art Museum, and has lectured and led programs at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Barnes Foundation.

Her paintings are known for their vibrant color, lyrical sensibility, and embrace of spontaneity. Rossman's work is held in numerous private and corporate collections in the U.S. and abroad.