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Catherine Gibbs |
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Artist Statement: This painting is inspired by a trip I took to the Tuscany region of Italy. It is not based on a particular place but by the experience of resting in the several beautiful churches and cathedrals on my journey. As I was trekking through the busy and hot streets of the towns in Tuscany, I found peace in the cool and shade of the immense sanctuaries I came across. I felt these times to be a sacred refuge. I was in awe of the exquisite beauty created in devotion to God. This was a life changing experience for me, my faith, and has influenced my art immeasurably. Bio: Catherine Gibbs is an established painter in Western Massachusetts and does her work at a studio in Easthampton. She paints with bold brush strokes, using vibrant colors to show emotion and movement in landscapes and urban scenes. Her inspiration comes from the nuance and drama of her everyday world. Her evocative works have been featured throughout Massachusetts, including Boston, in New York, and in the Midwest. |
