Tracy Boyd

ARTIST STATEMENT
I've developed a distinct personal style over the years, which has been described by some as calculated chance. My background in Design shows itself through strong graphical influence and an ability to create visual impact. I often use well defined brush strokes, intense texture and strategic dripping effects evoking intimacy, while the scale of the canvas itself carries as much power as the sentiment behind the subject. I hope to leave the viewer to examine the painting's message without conversation.

Having been deeply influenced by painters such as Francis Bacon, Willem de Kooning and Georg Baselitz, they inspired me to purposely compose and orchestrate paintings directly on the canvas with no advance preparation or sketching in an effort to authentically and organically interpret my subjects.

BIOGRAPHY
b.1967 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Growing up in the 1970's and 1980's on a 66-acre old farm outside of Philadelphia allowed Tracy to develop her ability to be independent and introspective. Raised by parents who expected success, she excelled in academics, sports and art, which continued through high school and college. While working toward her BFA in Design, she continued to study painting yet made ...