Artists’ Statement

"Whether I’m painting en plein aire or in my studio, I find endless inspiration from the landscape of Coastal North Carolina, Hampton Roads, Virginia and its’ surrounding areas. I am drawn to scenes that have strong light and shadows and that convey feelings of warmth and comfort."

Painting Experience

Having studied at UNC Chapel Hill, Gale considers painting as an ongoing study. Recently, she studied with Robert Longley at the Cape Cod School of Art in Provincetown, MA and also with Lois Griffel, the former director of the Cape Cod School of Art. The school is based upon the impressionistic teachings of Charles Hawthorne and Henry Hensche who were influenced by Monet and his observation of the ever changing effects of light on nature. She has also attended workshops with nationally acclaimed artists such as John Poon, Charles Reid, Morgan Samuel Price, Rick McClure and other fine instructors.

Having grown up in Raleigh, N.C. and lived in Wilmington, N.C., she will always enjoy the coastal environment. The light is warm and inviting and the coastal scenes create cozy heartfelt scenes for her to expand upon.

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