Peppi Elona
"I use my emotions, imagination and intuition to guide my choice of subject matter. My figures are not portraits but archetypes, female symbols for various stages of life, as symbols for the natural world or commentary on everyday activities and events.
'Mark making' is a component I use to add energy and exciting surface textures to the forms with the intent to create visual interest in both my paintings and printmaking.
I have painted my way through every phase of my life. My art has always provided emotional sustenance. It is my visual diary and the most important and deeply rewarding aspect of my existence. I can not contain my longing to create. The fulfillment of creating and completing a work of art is a satisfaction unlike any other. Making art has been my life partner and continues to be the source of insight into my own mind and soul." |
