ARTIST STATEMENT : AMY LIND

Painting is a way for me to express my view of humanity, with no political strings attached. I paint what I see, not what others or the camera see, but an interpretation of life through my own eyes. I have been led by my curiosity of the life that surrounds me to capture the striking simplicity of day-to-day images and experiences. By painting these brief moments in time, I am given the opportunity to extend their existence and allow viewers the chance to experience, appreciate, and interpret them.

Portrait painting has always been my greatest passion. Ever since I was little, I have been fascinated with the amount of life a piece of paper could exude once my pencil had drawn an eye. This idea of putting life into something that is actually flat and motionless is a rewarding challenge that I thoroughly enjoy.

As I have grown as an artist, I have come to really appreciate the human form. To me, the human figure is perfectly formed. I am constantly in awe of the infinite possibilities of shapes, textures, and emotions that can be created as the form moves. I have also become completely entranced by the innumerable variations of color contained in human flesh. No two people possess the same exact shapes, colors, or unique qualities, and I will never tire of examining the subtleties that exist in the human figure. It is my goal to bring out these unique physical traits and combine them with the individual’s inner character. In doing so, I attempt to convey a sense of life and energy.

With a delicate narrative, I hope that my paintings encourage viewers to step back and appreciate the beauty and spirit that exists in the people they encounter everyday.