“My figurative paintings are a menagerie of quirky creatures that evoke a curious sense of dislocation.  They are redolent of actors in a play, characters from a novel and depression era survivors.  I am fascinated by postures, expressions, colors and textures.  I eliminate detail so that the persona is left with only their essence.  The alternative reality is shared with birds, boats and ethereal costumes.  The stage is set and the figures are finding their path; their role in life.  I hope you enjoy my work as much as I enjoyed painting them.

When I paint an abstract I am interpreting places and emotions in the language of texture, form and color. My paintings and collages are in mixed media and acrylic on canvas, paper and wood.  These materials give my work a layered textured quality.  My work is a constant series of discoveries for me.  I love working in the moment, not knowing what is around the corner.  I enjoy incorporating all the surprises, humor and contradictions of the day into my abstract.”

Amanda Danitschek