Sharon Guy is an artist who creates serene plein air and studio paintings focused on landscapes and wildlife with expressive color and light. Her work is inspired by her connection with the natural world, and the quiet presence of the land, water, and sky. Guy has received numerous awards for her paintings. Her work resides in private collections across the U.S. and in Canada.
Guy was born in Braintree, Massachusetts. She earned her BFA in studio art from Bard College in 1981. Guy currently resides in Rotonda West, Florida.
Statement
My art is about connecting with nature and sharing that experience with others. I use an intuitive process to develop shapes and colors in my work and I use a limited palette to create a certain mood. My modern-style animal and bird paintings are designed with vibrant colors to express emotion and sometimes humor. When I paint the land, sea, and sky, I look for light, patterns and simplified shapes to create a poetic interpretation that captures the essence of nature and wild places. My volunteer work with at a wildlife hospital enriches my art practice.