Acrylics have allowed me to open my mind and experiment. It has renewed my creative spirit. I feel that the newer acrylic paintings are more about "Laurie Samuels", and the life experiences that are influencing me. The paintings contain elements of beautiful things that have always been a part of me. Bold textures, lush color, nature, and yes even furniture! My experiences as an interior designer and my love of gardening and the outdoors have spilled over into the new attempts of expressing myself through my art.
I began this experimental journey in the acrylic medium in June of 2005 at the urging of some artist friends. Reluctantly, I tried some small pieces but could see a glimmer of something special there. While changing mediums is always challenging, the excitement of allowing me to try whatever comes to mind and being open to failure, as acrylics are so forgiving, has been just the ticket I needed to send my artwork into a new and different direction. The best part is I really have no idea where it will lead me...it truly is a creative journey!
- Laurie Samuels