Bio – Alice Smith Art

My Work

My artwork is a unique formula of mixing happenstance with intention: a deliberate attempt to re-purpose materials I already have.

My background in publishing and graphic design developed my keen eye for seeing shape and color in print material. Through the discipline of cutting shapes with scissors and then combining these shapes, I create something completely new on canvas.

The majority of my materials are predominantly from magazine pages; however, other inspiration come from shredded fabric or mediums that can be shaped, such as clay.

The representation of color in my work is carefully selected from printed images, intentionally eliminating type so as to remove the source.

The images, textures, colors can lead to inspiration of a piece. On the other hand, when trying to create something specific, the color scheme must be sought after and the source material may be hard to find. And in cases of missing “color”, I will highlight with paint to emphasize texture or light where it is needed.

Some of the floral pieces are covered with a resin or acrylic varnish to protect the final finish. Others are left alone, which creates a flutter effect, much like a meadow breeze.

I help people transform and edit their mass collections of “things”, converting them into a single artistic expression.