Rebecca Chewning
Abstract expressionist artist based in Philadelphia, PA
In a chaotic dance of color and texture, stretching beyond the confines of the canvas, my work is a visceral exploration of emotional experiences. The turbulent. The calm. The imperceptible moments in between.
My process is one of intuitive mark-making and quick decision. Melding the visual languages of Action and Color Field painting, the surface is built up with multiple layers of oil and house paint. Some layers are applied thickly with a palette knife, while others are delicately brushed on, creating a nuanced interplay of hidden depths and exposed layers.
Inspired by the drama of light and shadow in cinematography, I strive to create a siren song of vivid maelstroms.
I want to connect with viewers through the physicality of paint.
Born in 1979 (West Virginia), Rebecca Chewning received her BFA from the Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY. Her work has been acquired by various private collectors across the country. Chewning lives and works in Philadelphia, PA with her husband and son.