Spray 5
MIxed Media on Canvas
48h x 48w in.
Liz Barber’s paintings are vibrant expressions of nature and memory, blending the present with reflections of the past. Her layered compositions capture fleeting moments through dynamic forms, light, and movement, creating an emotional connection to the natural world. Inspired by an impressionistic mindset, Barber pours colors onto the canvas, allowing the materials to guide her process, intuitively editing to reveal depth and luminosity.
Mixed media is central to her work, offering creative freedom and enhancing texture and spontaneity. Incorporating graphite, oil pastel, and translucent layers, Barber creates a dialogue between organic forms and drawn elements, inviting viewers to pause and reflect. Recurring themes of seasonal change and environmental transformation flow through her paintings, with shapes ranging from ambiguous to recognizable, depending on the viewer’s perspective.
Barber’s evolving color palettes—subtle or intense—mirror the shifting seasons, infusing her work with depth and energy. Her intuitive process celebrates discovery, crafting sensory experiences that transcend representational or abstract boundaries to evoke visceral, emotional responses.
Emily Followill Photography
