Helen Harris was born in upstate New York. Her childhood exploration of fields, lakes and mountains inspired her early interest in art. She is a graduate of the Philadelphia College of Art (University of the Arts). A BFA in Graphic Design introduced her to a career in the commercial arts. Freelance and teaching assignments ranging from coloring books to spot illustrations later evolved to include employment in signage and display. While raising three daughters, her interest in painting was never forgotten. Exploring watercolor
and collage has been her quest in recent years. Today she exhibits her work at outdoor shows and galleries on the east coast.
Artist Statement
Rooted in a landscape that is fragmented by rock forms and turbulent waters, these multi-layered landscapes define my work. My paintings are expressions of the force of nature, releasing energy that I communicate to the viewer on an intimate scale.
Using only calligraphic brush strokes to define detail, the mix of color is splashed through an assortment of watercolor and rice papers. My palette reflects the influence of the atmospheric effects that I have witnessed from the mountains of upstate New York to the beaches of the Jersey Shore. Enjoy the view!
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