Susan J. Harris is a mixed media artist specializing in intuitive, abstract, and minimalist paintings.
ARTIST STATEMENT
”I paint from the heart, letting what's on the inside spill out onto the canvas. Painting is my way of experiencing freedom; letting go of expectations and embracing life with simplicity.”
ABOUT
Susan’s passion for art began at a young age in the mid 50’s when she took private art lessons from the late North Carolina artist, Francis Kendall. Francis taught Susan various art forms, instilling in her a desire to experiment and find joy in every part of the creative journey. Throughout high school and college, Susan expanded her studies in a variety of disciplines, including watercolor, oil, acrylic mixed media, pottery, sculpture, and stained glass construction; all of which have influenced her current use of texture and color.
After pursuing a career and raising a family, Susan decided in 2004 that it was time to pursue her lifelong love of art. For Susan, creating art is a journey. She enjoys the changes and new paths it takes her down.
Her first intuitive painting style in 2004 began as a way to use color and texture to express her feelings, emotions and life experiences. In 2017, she began experimenting by creating minimalist paintings. And in 2024, after a 3 year hiatus from painting due to life circumstances, a more playful abstract style emerged revealing bolder contrasts of color and shapes. Click the Gallery link above to see the different styles of her artwork.
PAINTING STYLES:
—Intuitive: Comprised of deep colors and rich textures. Working layer by layer, building depth into the painting by using various materials like modeling paste, natural fibers, papers, acrylic gel and found objects. The creating process takes time. Throughout each step different hues of color and methods of application are added, building layer upon layer. Each intuitive painting becomes a discovery, a story, and a study.
—Abstract: Her abstracts are playful and colorful expressing feelings and emotions. Some with texture, some without.
—Minimalist: Her minimalist paintings are focused on the simplicity of shapes with minimal color.
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Harris is an internationally published artist who works out of her home studio in Randolph County, NC. She has served as a juror for fine art exhibitions, assisted in overseeing artwork gallery installations and managed the gallery of local artists at the Chamber of Commerce in Greensboro, NC. Her work has been sought out by both personal collectors and public organizations that recognize the unique, intuitive, and introspective aspects of her art. Her paintings can be found in private and commercial installations throughout the US, Canada and Europe.
Favorite Inspirations
Colors, patterns and textures found in nature and everyday life.
Gallery Representation
NC FINE ART & GIFTS at THE ART SHOP (2017-Present)
ABOUT NC FINE ART & GIFTS -- The Art Shop, originally established in 1899 as an art gallery and photography shop and one of Greensboro's oldest and most well respected businesses, recently introduced a new space adjacent to the main gallery that features unique visual perspectives of North Carolina's rich scenery and history. Part of the inspiration behind the formation of NC Fine Art & Gifts is the abundance of great art being produced in our area. The new gallery features an array of beautiful works, including fine art, pottery, and an assortment of locally hand-crafted gift items created by local and regional artists.
NC Fine Art & Gifts
(located adjacent to The Art Shop)
3900 West Market St., Ste. A
Greensboro, NC 27407
info@artshopnc.com
www.artshopnc.com
336-855-8501
Click here for driving directions, courtesy Google maps
NOTE: Susan’s available paintings may be purchased through NC Fine Art & Gifts. Simply contact the gallery with the title and size of the artwork. They will handle the order. Thank you!