Although born in England, I grew up in British Columbia surrounded by mountains, ocean, and forests. This environment nurtured a curiosity and love for the natural world. My passion for travel, gardening, photography and hiking in the backwoods has provided many of the images of the plants, wildlife and landscapes that are the inspiration for many of my paintings.
A background in stained glass work and landscape design has given me a solid understanding of the importance of shape, form and color. The acrylic paint that I use facilitates spontaneity, allowing for both watercolor effects or heavy impasto textural possibilities. Working with a vibrant palette and careful attention to composition, subtle shades and contrast helps create the dynamic effects in my work.
Whether it be a dreamy landscape, a large splashy floral or a small, intimate still life, I am fascinated with the interplay of light and shadow on the subject. I believe that art should be presented in a way that facilitates the viewer's own memories of and emotions to the subject and enhances the positive, energizing qualities in our lives.
Anne Bowen's Portfolio
A background in stained glass work and landscape design has given me a solid understanding of the importance of shape, form and color. The acrylic paint that I use facilitates spontaneity, allowing for both watercolor effects or heavy impasto textural possibilities. Working with a vibrant palette and careful attention to composition, subtle shades and contrast helps create the dynamic effects in my work.
Whether it be a dreamy landscape, a large splashy floral or a small, intimate still life, I am fascinated with the interplay of light and shadow on the subject. I believe that art should be presented in a way that facilitates the viewer's own memories of and emotions to the subject and enhances the positive, energizing qualities in our lives.
Anne Bowen's Portfolio
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