Sallie Strand

I activate the blank surface with color and marks, launching myself into the painting. Guided by intuition and emotion, I allow the act of creation to lead the way. Each gesture, texture, pattern, and movement—whether bold or subtle—translates a spectrum of emotions onto the canvas. Some elements are revealed, while others remain veiled, creating layers of depth and meaning. My paintings take on a life of their own. Like us, they hold history, complexity, and emotion within their layers. Some pulse with movement and energy, while others exude a quiet, contemplative presence. Each piece becomes a conversation between the seen and the unseen, the spontaneous and the deliberate, the expressive and the introspective