Lava Fields Painting

While at an artist in residency program in New Mexico, I explored the fantastic landscapes of the Tularosa Basin. To the north, an ancient volcano had exploded horizontally, lava beds stretching for miles, with awkward cactus popping up between the cracks. And to the south, the pristine and unworldly desert of White Sands. These images stay with me, and quite often, manifest in my paintings. This highly textured square art is black and white, with many shades in between. Tiny sparkles of glass are inserted in a few of the crevices, reminding me of the quirky cactus. Ready to install, this work looks wonderful alone, and extraordinary in groupings. The square format is contemporary, and lends itself to horizontal or vertical installations. Hardware is included.