Deborah Howard

ARTISTS

ABOUT

When we talk about a sense of place, described as the 'intangible feel of a location,' we often refer to the unique characteristics that make a place special. It also fosters a sense of attachment and belonging-touching upon the nuanced emotions tied to the concept of home.

Growing up on Cape Cod and my eventual return, a constant source of inspiration. The dynamic and ethereal qualities here continue to influence my work, with its ever-shifting nature shaped by time, weather, and tides.

For me, painting is a journey with an uncertain destination, one of searching and finding. I start with an idea or sketch that will only serve as a point of departure. I respond instead to the evolving composition, allowing imagery to emerge and develop until a moment of recognition, a sense of familiarity, arises. Then I know I've found the painting it's meant to be.

Through painting, I find clarity, comfort, and purpose-in this series, I also hope to gain a deeper understanding of what makes a place feel like home.

"My recent paintings continue to explore the elements that create this feeling-as color, atmosphere, mood, and form play a vital role in connecting to a specific time and place."