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Artist: Maria La FleurShe/Her/Hers

Artistic Discipline: Visual
Website: marialafleur.com
Location: Fruitland, WA

I strive to blend the nuances of impressionism and expressionism with a touch of abstraction to create pieces that resonate on a deeply personal level. Created with acrylics and mixed media, many of my paintings focus on high-contrast, backlit images highlighting simple, everyday scenes. Relatable subjects are selected to highlight the beauty of the mundane moments. With these scenes, I hope to inspire memories and feelings that resonate deeply within the viewer.
I enjoy using bright, fluorescent backgrounds and underpaintings, to create a vivid contrast and enhance the overall impact of the piece. I feel this approach provides a vibrant essence to my paintings, adding an element of surprise and depth.
Through my work I hope to offer escape and reflection. I paint not just to replicate an image, but to invite the viewer to immerse themselves in the moment.