Cindy Geffel
Elegant whimsy - that is to what I aspire in my art and life. To be taken seriously but not to be serious. To have a light hearted approach to everything, especially to what truly matters. Overall, to trust and obey, with joy and gratitude to the Creator who gives light, direction and inspiration.
I am fascinated with both ancient and contemporary art and love to know the history and intentions of the artists, oftentimes appropriating images or ideas to incorporate in my own work. Its surprising how similar cultures are, even over the distance of thousands of years. I suppose that is the reality of our "human condition."
In 2003 I completed a BS in Drawing/Painting/Printmaking from Portland State University. As I had painted solely with watercolors for many years, this broadened my artistic "tool belt" and I now use any and all media in my work....oils, acrylics, encaustics, mixed, monotypes.....whatever communicates the idea best.
I live in the wonderful community of West Linn Oregon with my husband John and Darby, our SC Wheaten Terrier. And, when I've very lucky, my fantastic kids Michael and Alexandra too!
Elegant whimsy - that is to what I aspire in my art and life. To be taken seriously but not to be serious. To have a light hearted approach to everything, especially to what truly matters. Overall, to trust and obey, with joy and gratitude to the Creator who gives light, direction and inspiration.
I am fascinated with both ancient and contemporary art and love to know the history and intentions of the artists, oftentimes appropriating images or ideas to incorporate in my own work. Its surprising how similar cultures are, even over the distance of thousands of years. I suppose that is the reality of our "human condition."
In 2003 I completed a BS in Drawing/Painting/Printmaking from Portland State University. As I had painted solely with watercolors for many years, this broadened my artistic "tool belt" and I now use any and all media in my work....oils, acrylics, encaustics, mixed, monotypes.....whatever communicates the idea best.
I live in the wonderful community of West Linn Oregon with my husband John and Darby, our SC Wheaten Terrier. And, when I've very lucky, my fantastic kids Michael and Alexandra too!
