The Annual Council Show and the Annual Members' Gallery Online Exhibit Coming Up in January and February
Janet Veenema
Featured Artist Working with Acrylics
My art gives me the satisfaction of creating order from chaos, the mental chaos that comes from working experimentally, and not by employing a well-defined process from start to finish. I apply this approach to the abstract and representational work that I do. The outcome of each painting or mixed media piece that I create begins with a glimmer of an idea that may take minutes, hours, or months to complete. I think the mindset is essential and should remain relaxed and flexible. I enjoy the problem-solving aspects of two-dimensional art, drawing upon the foundation I received many years ago as an art education student. I am an avid reader of art books for the concepts and ideas they impart and the hours of enjoyment they provide. I believe the element of serendipity comes into play during the production of my best work. I like having choices and following my muse.