Jodi Dann

And So They Gathered, Abstract Painting

2020

Artist Comments
Figures emerge from solitude shedding their blues to reconnect with others in a warm bright yellow. "Observing people gathering once more and becoming reacquainted after a time of seclusion has been heartwarming and eye-opening," shares artist Jodi Dann. In a panoramic view, she utilized acrylic and graphite to produce a dynamic abstract. "The only special process was, being in the perfect zone as the painting just flowed."

About the Artist
In 1999, Jodi Dann seized the opportunity to become a full-time painter. Today, her paintings read like hazy memories of imagined faraway places. The compositions are abstract, but possess strong architectural elements, recalling bridges, arches, and doorways. Each piece retains an overall sense of place without prescribing a location, allowing the viewer to form an individualized connection with the work. Jodi paints from her cozy studio on her property in Oregon while listening to a variety of music on Pandora. She doesn’t feel the need to strive for perfection in her work. “Life isn’t perfect,” says Jodi. “Why force a painting to be?”

Words that describe this painting: people, habitat, togetherness, company, warmth, community, friends, family, abstract, happy , abstract, people, mixed media artwork, yellow

And So They Gathered
Jodi Dann
Acrylic paint, and pencil on stretched canvas
Finished edges
Varnished and Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2020
16 in. h x 40 in. w x 1.5 in. d
3 lbs. 9 oz.