american artist Marianne Hornbuckle
abstract painting
ABOUT THE ARTIST : I create my abstractions to explore and express the mystery of the Universal Spirit , cosmic energy , the nature of “ one .” Though the difficulty and chaos of contemporary life press on all of us constantly , I try with daily practice to be aware that beyond this world and this plane is an infinite and everlasting beauty . Connecting to that which is “ bigger ,” the cosmic mystery can carry us beyond the fear and turmoil . The circular forms suggest our interconnectedness and the wholeness of one . The veiled surface does not reveal all . Multiple rich under-layers of complementary colors , red and green , blue and orange , yellow and purple , peek through to create interest and color energy , and are then partially obscured by translucent creamy colors expressing the serenity and love of the Universal Spirit . Dragging a thick transparent color over a dry underpainting creates nuances of color and subtleties that cannot happen any other way . Working back and forth between scumbles and glazes , each layer drying rapidly , and suggesting the next application , I work freely and intuitively , and somehow the meaning comes in unconsciously . Texture and translucency are combined as only can be done with acrylic paint .
This work results from a long-lived art-life tolerance and acceptance of many different being-ways , and the natural evolution toward age and death . It seeks to inspire respect and awe of the grand design , to provoke thought and alter mood through contemplation and reverence . It expresses gratitude for the “ cosmic intervention ,” which has guided us to live our lives with purpose , whether seeded by a childhood dream or later development of interests and skills unthought of . My ultimate goal is making something of beauty . I hope my audience can gain their own peace and understanding on viewing my work .
Annica ( Impermanence ) Abstract Acrylic on Board
Dimensions 24x24
My long-time interest in Eastern philosophy , particularly Buddhism , often comes out in certain work . This is my abstract vision of the condition of impermanence , one of Buddhism ’ s three marks of existence . This painting seems particularly expressive of the concept .
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