Artist Statement

(At the bottom of this page you will find two links to view my artwork.
The first one is a related body of work; the second is a compilation.)
       The broad theme behind my work is healing.  I believe that creating and enjoying art are therapeutic processes that are good for the soul.  My intent is to make art that radiates positive energy by way of color and light.  I enjoy making art that is uplifting and I want the viewer to experience my creations as a mini environments of positive energy.  However, interpretation is a process that is completed by the viewer.  It is important for the viewer to interpret and relate to the artwork however they need to, and I appreciate and welcome this. Art is versatile. It is a reflection of the viewer; therefore each person will have their own interpretation.
        I have a BFA in Visual Art Studies from
University of North Texas.  I am a member of The North Texas Area Art League (www.ntaal.org), The Texas Visual Arts Association (www.tvaa.org) and Irving Arts Center.  Every piece of art that I create is a learning experience and my art builds upon its self.  If I had to classify my style I would say it is Contemporary with roots in Abstract Expressionism (Jackson Pollock), Color Field (Mark Rothko), Neo-Expressionism (Kandinsky), Art Nouveau (Gustav Klimt), and Photo Realism (Mark Adams). As an artist, I consider myself a painter, but I write poetry and build sculptures as well.
 
                                                        Layla Day, August, 2004
 
You can find my current work at layladay.com
College Portfolio Gallery
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