Art Chowder January | February 2017, Issue 7 | Page 15

ARTIST EXCLUSIVES | Darcy Lee Saxton Are there certain subjects that you are particularly drawn to for inspiration? Color, nature, new experiences, places, people, faces, the underwater world, that which is ethereal, connection, and the feminine are all inspirations to me, to name a few. I sometimes work with a specific subject for reference, and when I do, it’s typically a face that I can’t resist painting. However, my favorite way to make art is to begin the creation in a meditative state where I merely observe as a painting creates itself. I’ll pour and mix and watch the paint, and continue this process layer after layer, until an image or concept begins to emerge. At that point I will work to support the idea that has surfaced. This process is renewing and spiritual for me, and the resulting imagery often comes unexpectedly. Genesis Where can we see and find out more about your work? I have some small drawings on wood and earrings available at the Museum of Arts and Culture. My work can be viewed at: W W W . D A R C Y L E E A R T. C O M Calming Current January|February 2017 15