AliB-Artwork

I have come to discover that writing an artist statement and resume has got to be one of the most frustrating tasks ever. I work in a variety of themes and mediums so trying to describe my process and the "underlying ideas expressed" is not a simple ordeal....so here's what I've come up with: I like several genres of artwork and draw inspiration from a variety of sources including my daily life and music. I generally use oil paint on canvas but also mediums such as charcoal and colored pencils as well as other surfaces. I tend to gravitate towards bold, high contrast concepts and these materials allow me to do that. I use the medium and mate

Memories of days gone by haunt her every waking moment and creep into her dreams. Fear of the uncertainty in the future crippling her with doubt. Yet there she sits so calmly, dressed in black, hidden in her fear. Searching through her mind for answers she can't seem to find. It's been so long, she questions her own sense of reality. Mind racing, but to look at her you'd never know. Only light that of a candle, the flame reflects in her deep blue-green eyes. Flicker of what once was, now possibly forever lost. Trapped too long in such a strange familiar place. All expression of self smothered to the point of insanity. If only she could step o