THE GALLERY
A Public-Private Partnership Summit Free Public Library and the Visual Art Center of New Jersey
Janice Nelson
April 1 – May 31, 2008
Artist Statement
I love painting on location. Retirement allows me to travel more frequently and extensively. Now, I paint everyday and that consistency elevates my painting to a higher level. The challenge of watercolor is to capture the essence and spontaneity of the subject, whether it be the surf, still life or people at work or play. The transparency and fluidity of watercolor allows me to capture the moment with movement, depth, and detail.
The variety of subjects and changes in venue keep my work fresh and vital. My favorite place is the beach. The whole atmosphere of sights, sounds, smells, and the feeling of sand, surf, and sun contribute to my love of it. Landscape, seascape and people doing everyday tasks are my favorite subjects. Hopefully, this is expressed in my work.
My love of watercolor and drawing, I owe to my friend and teacher David Kwo, my art Professor in undergraduate studies, Upsala College, East Orange, NJ, and a former instructor at Visual Arts Center of NJ. I received my Masters of the Arts at New York University. My recent retirement from teaching at Ramapo High School, after 32 years has allowed me to devout myself to my love of painting.
www.jnwatercolors.com
For additional information, contact Jennifer Ayres, Exhibitions Education Coordinator, at jayres@artcenternj.org
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