Judy Blahut

The sublime essence of the natural world enchants me. The purity of Matisse’s color, the sensual lines of Georgia O’Keefe, and the fractured space of the cubists have influenced my love of color and enigmatic form. Inspired by nature, my paintings offer the viewer a new experience with natural objects and environments. I study objects from different perspectives, giving my work a fractured appearance. My work is an exploration of seeing beyond what is visible, exposing parts of an object that may go unnoticed. I want the viewer to relate to my subjects in a new way.

My preferred mediums are acrylic paints and charcoal. Having a studio situated alongside a salt marsh with a tidal creek running through it, my color palette is a direct reflection of my environment. Marsh grasses, live oaks, birds, water, shells, and sand all contribute to seasonal palettes.

I have been a painter nearly my entire life. I am formally trained in painting, with a BFA from Syracuse University. During my time there, the expectation was to develop one’s unique style. Over the years my subject matter has changed but my distinct style is ever present. I have had a fortunate and full life that has given me many opportunities for using my creativity and artistic abilities. My passion has always been painting. My paintings are an extension of my emotional and physical life. They are the most authentic part of me.