Carman Roberts

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Artist's Statement

My work focuses on the complex play of direct and reflected light on stone and water.
I work in watercolour and oil to provide the intensity, clarity and contrast that create the impact of each picture. Central to my technique is the layering of many contrasting colours to capture the transparent lensing effect of water.
Dancing and rushing chaotic movement is anchored by fixed detail and smooth flowing water for dramatic contrast. Above all, I consciously employ complexity of line, colour and composition to engage the eye, the intellect and the emotions.
The result is a finely observed realism that paradoxically approaches
abstraction in its details: I call the result abstract realism.

Exhibitions

Prime Gallery Solo Show Toronto 2009
International Art Fair Group Show Toronto 2008
Prime Gallery Group Show Toronto 2008
Galleries
Prime Gallery Toronto 2008 – 09
Circle Arts Tobermory 2008
Eldon Gallery Waterloo 2008
Numerous commissioned portraits and private sales

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