"WOW! I can't beleive that's watercolor!" That's probably what I hear most often about my work, and it delights me every time. Even though I utilize considerable wet-into-wet methods in my work, there is nothing wishy washy about the depth of color I reach for in each piece. My palettes are bold and encompass a full range of values from the stark whiteness of the paper to rich, powerful blacks.
As an outdoor gal myself, my subject matter is taken mostly from nature. I employ my skills learned as a 30+ year veteran of graphic design to capture the vibrancy of nature in its many life forms. My roots as a realist still continue to drive the basic structure of each piece, but I continually search for ways to invite the unexpected into my work, through color, composition and a combination of techniques. It is this balance of realism and graphic styling that makes each work uniquely my own.
Background
Diane has spent over 30 years in advertising and graphic design. She has worked in and managed the creative departments at a number of agencies and studios in Detroit and Chicago and continues to be active in this field. She received her graphic arts degree from Ferris University. She studied watercolor under the direction of Don Mendelson. She is an active member of the Michigan Water Color Society and has served on the Board of Directors for several years.