Elizabeth Fussell

I am primarily a watercolor artist focused on portraiture and abstraction. I am fascinated most by color and light, and I enjoy finding and emphasizing the lines created by the interaction between these elements, creating patterns and details inspired by these edges. I focus most on watercolor and ink, with the occasional experimentation in other media. Watercolor appeals to me because of the opportunity to build translucent shapes and layers of color, while I can get tiny details in ink to satisfy my obsession with pattern and line work. I choose my color palette for each piece based on mood, allowing the lines created by the edges of color to inform the placement of ink or small details, or sometimes the other way around. For this reason, I am drawn most to abstract and non-objective images for the freedom they offer through color, shape and pattern, and to portraiture for the challenges it offers in incorporating these same ideas into the depiction of a familiar face.

• All artwork is created on and with materials chosen with longevity and lightfastness in mind. That said, it is recommended to hang original art away from direct sunlight to preserve the colors in the artwork.

• I do not reproduce artwork (scanned prints, photocopies, etc.) with the intent of selling to another party, so you are truly purchasing a unique work of art. I reserve the right to use images of my art, including sold pieces, in portfolios, on social media, and in promotional materials for my work.

• Artwork is the property of Elizabeth Fussell and may not be reproduced without permission from the artist.