April 2015 Featured Juried Artist Member of the Month

Susan Klas Wright, Watercolor, Oil

Artist Statement:
 

"The power and majesty of mountains, the sea, and the tranquility of quieter natural places move me to paint. It's the legacy of family camping vacations during my childhood when the sounds of trickling streams, the feel of pine needles underfoot, and the heat of campfires got into my blood. I try to convey the mood of these special places in my work. In my portrait work, I feel that the "spark", the essence of each individual is paramount to achieving a memorable likeness. My work ranges from realism to semi-abstract and I work with watercolors and oils." 

Some History:
Susan began her career as a Graphic Artist and Photographer in Buffalo, New York. After moving to Connecticut, she exhibited her paintings at the Kent Art Association and the Housatonic Art League. Now living in Rhode Island, Sue's work appears in exhibits at the Wickford Art Association, the Rhode Island Watercolor Society, and the Providence Art Club where she is an exhibiting artist/juried artist member of each organization. She also teaches watercolors at the Providence Art Club, Wickford Art Association, and other locations.
Susan has a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the State University of New York at Buffalo and a Master at Teaching degree from Rhode Island College.

Website: www.susanklaswright.com