VISIONARIES | Robin Berry
“My eyes find material in strange, wonderful places; although not all ideas find expression, trying each is an exciting exercise in design.”
Light and shadow are the elements of the natural world that engage Robin Berry’s passions and fuel her desire to paint. “I love the ability of natural light to spotlight a bird preening on a rail or lifting off from a branch,” says Berry. “Flowers come alive when the sun lights up and penetrates petals, at the same time creating deep shadows within the blooms. Land- and seascapes take form as light and dark shapes combine to make a picture.”
Berry works exclusively in transparent watercolor, a medium perfect for depicting strong value contrasts with colors ranging from delicate washes to fully saturated passages. As a lover of light and shadow, designing with values is her much-loved first step when creating a painting. “Once I’m satisfied with the design, the rest flows spontaneously,” says Berry. “Another favorite part of the art-making process occurs when I’m in the middle of a painting, knowing I can go in many different directions and choosing one.”
In her 44 years as a full-time artist, Berry has never been bored. “Each day,” she says, “being able to go into my studio is a privilege and something for which I’ll always be grateful.”
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Learn how to paint in watercolor! In her video, award-winning artist Robin Berry gives step-by-step instruction for painting a beautiful iris. The kit contains a sketch and all the necessary materials for completing the project.
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