A R T I S T S T A T E M
E N T :
My painting
techniques have gradually evolved over the years through experimentation,
but I
still prefer working with acrylics and other water media.
I am drawn to semi-abstract imagery where real objects become
slightly distorted or re-imagined in new ways.
I am drawn to semi-abstract imagery where real objects become
slightly distorted or re-imagined in new ways.
My intention is to create work that inspires and challenges me as a visual artist.
I approach my
paintings in a non-traditional way by first creating a lightly textured foundation
with acrylic mediums to build from. This
surface needs to have an organic-look found in nature like the bark of a tree. My line work is added strictly by freehand,
sometimes referring to my sketchbook, but letting the texture inspire my
flow.
When I feel comfortable with my
design or image, it’s time to apply the glazes.
This is an exciting part of my process,
as I love watching how the fluid
nestles into the cracks to enhance the
textural qualities created earlier.
My current series
of work is mostly comprised of botanical imagery, which I call
Abstract Botanicals.
I’m inspired by the little details found in my garden or nature:
the unique structure of a stem or branch
bending with tiny blooms, or the shapes
of flower petals as they unfold and
fade. Sometimes it’s the little
volunteer
sprouting up through the rocks and dirt that catches my eye.
B A C K G R O U N D :
For several years, Yvette followed
her first passion working as an architectural designer
in the Bay Area. She produced all her building plans by the
lost art of hand-drafting.
Creating and problem-solving
her designs on paper was the only method she used.
As a little girl, she was influenced by her father studying engineering at Chico State.
As a little girl, she was influenced by her father studying engineering at Chico State.
Today, she still uses some of his mechanical pencils and architectural
scales.
Yvette has a B.S. degree in Interior
Design from San Jose State University.
She balances her life as a professional Interior Designer and working artist.
Her
work is sold and exhibited throughout the Bay Area.
