Artist Statement
Artist Statement for Debra Trafton, Auburn, Maine, United States
I enjoy painting works of art that capture the architectural splendor of esteemed cities, institutions and transportation hubs. The landscape intrigues me as the surfaces of water, land, and sky are diverse and full of light creating genuine shapes of interest. Using acrylic and gold metal leaf on large scale canvas or wood, my bursh gracefully applies sumptuous strokes of color. My paintings depict certain details in full resolution while letting others meld in an atmospheric impressionism. Light plays a vital role in each of my composiions. Einstein said: "The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality. It is enough if one merely tries to comprehend a little of this mystery everyday. Never lose a holy curiosity."
These are words I bring to my canvas portraying color, shape, and form as my visual language.
debraltrafton@aol.com
