Helen Wood
Bethesda, MD
Helen Wood is Bethesda, MD artist working exclusively in soft pastel.
MessageAfter a career in science and technology, Helen began her art journey. Over the past decade she has studied pastel painting with nationally and internationally recognized artists. Her work has been included in judged and juried shows and she has received a number of awards. Helen is a Signature member of the Maryland Pastel Society and a member of the Rockville Art League, Montgomery Art Association, and Friends of the Yellow Barn Gallery. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Maryland Pastel Society and the Rockville Art League, manages a yearly exhibition for the Montgomery Art Association, and is a member of Gallery 209 at Artists & Makers Studios in Rockville, MD.
Statement
From early childhood I watched my artist mother paint. Now I find joy in the creative process and the opportunity to share my work. For me, pastel is a wonderful medium for conveying light, color, shape and their interplay to create mood. I find painting landscapes especially satisfying as I strive to represent the essence of the view without all the detail. Skies, water, and rugged coastlines can range from dramatic to ethereal. Each presents its unique challenge. But, no matter what the subject, I feel a great sense of accomplishment when I complete a painting.
Website: helenmwood.com
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