Night Stories

Karen Owsley Nease

oil on cradled wood panel
6 x 18 x 0.75 in

This painting, 'Night Stories,' presents a fantasy horizon where the Aurora and the Stars converge, intertwining to narrate their celestial tales. The intricate process of capturing this scene begins with a detailed layering technique that builds the surface with textures and colors, emphasizing its physicality.

The formalist approach transforms the painting into more than a visual representation; it becomes a tangible entity that engages through its materiality. The use of thick paint and deliberate scribing reveals metallic undertones, adding depth and luminosity. The artwork is an object, not just a depiction, highlighting the inherent qualities of the paint and the process of its application.

The scenes depicted are inspired by the North Shore of Lake Superior. This series explores the transformative power of formalism, where the medium itself conveys meaning, inviting a deeper contemplation of the natural world.

This piece was part of the "FOUND HORIZONS: Imagined Topographies" exhibition at the JHP Art Gallery.

Interested in This Piece?

To inquire about this painting, please contact Karen Nease directly:

• Email: Nease.Karen@gmail.com