Lisa Rae Winant

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Targets

15 x 24 / oil on panel

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Tying Knots

15 x 24 / oil on panel

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Sunday, March 2, 2008

Bad Posture

12 x 14 / oil on panel

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The Leaner

12 x 16 / oil on panel

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One Good Turn

12 x 14 / oil on panel

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Drinkies

12 x 16 / oil on panel

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Artist Statement

The Flemish painting masters focused on presenting parables to teach viewers lessons about the human condition. This tradition of story telling is where my paintings begin. But in contrast to these works, my visual stories are open ended; the viewer decides what questions or answers they may hold.

I work to create paintings that will act as a catalyst to awaken the inner world of the viewer’s own awareness. As a Rorschach ink blot provides a subjective window into people’s thoughts and emotions, my paintings allow a personal experience for each viewer. There are limitless interpretations for a single image. Every interpretation is correct as it reflects our individual emotional landscapes.

The physical landscapes in my work draw influence from miniature Indian paintings. Their abstract use of space and ornate treatment of vegetation helps in showing the relationship of humankind and nature. Although the landscape elements are players on the same stage, the human characters seem indifferent to their presence. They are preoccupied with deeper matters of heart and mind.

Lisa Rae Winant

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Targets

Tying Knots

Exhale

Sunday, March 2, 2008

Bad Posture

The Leaner

One Good Turn

Drinkies

Artist Statement

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