I’m Donnersmith  –  an artist in Portland, Maine. 

 

I love abstract painting for its pure sensuality. 

 

It gives shape to the invisible and liberates art from depiction of the visible world. It opens up a boundless exploration of colors and forms, articulating otherwise indescribable realms of emotion and fantasy.

 

I work with roughly abused surfaces and constrained palettes. Starting with two or three colors I use wide-ranging techniques and layering to create complex textures. I look to evoke a range of feelings – sadness, joy, sorrow, doom, exaltation, etc. 

 

The works are minimalist, strongly emotional and invitingly tactile. I'm continually exploring the use of mixed media, with additions such as sand, wax, rope, string, paper 

or fabric.

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Selected paintings are available. If interested please inquire by email.