Artist's Statement

My latest works are a reflection of the depth and complexity of grief, hope, and renewal. They are composed entirely from layer upon layer of words - a stream of consciousness, outpouring of my thoughts and emotional state during a time of difficult transition in my life. The abstraction of the words becomes a formal element of the artwork, allowing it to work visually as part of the whole piece rather than as a clear, open statement. The rare legible word or letter helps to further engage the viewer and encourages continual exploration of the rich layers, colors and textures of the work.

After a long history in oil painting, this is my first body of work using epoxy resin. The transition from my traditional medium comes at a time of transition in my life. I am fascinated by the mystery within the process of working with resin. The fluid nature of the medium appeals to me. The way it flows, spreads and hardens enhances the abstraction of the words in the work. Using dried pigments and inks to control the color and transparency allows me to explore a whole new level of complexity in the textures and layering of my art.

Exploration and discovery are key components of my paintings, both for my process, and, I believe for the viewers as well.

--Rebecca Woodhouse

Influences: Mark Rothko, Clyfford Still, Gerhard Richter, Jackson Pollack, Andrew DeRoux