Artist Statement - Roxy Rubell
I am a New Hampshire-based, self-taught painter working with acrylic and pastel on canvas, linen and wood. I create abstract work driven by gesture, color, and the irresistible pull of emotion. My process is rooted in curiosity and a willingness to let materials react, collide, and reveal something unexpected. I often begin without a precise plan, allowing the piece to unfold in layers of movement, texture, and vibrant contrasts. This is where the magic happens -- in the intuitive marks, the crackle of paint, the raw friction of ideas forming on the surface.
My work explores how abstraction can transform a moment, a mood, or a memory into something tangible and shareable. Whether I’m painting a large canvas or a set of functional coaster “micro-paintings,” each piece is one-of-a-kind — a singular visual experience that can’t be replicated.
Ultimately, my goal is connection. I want the viewer to feel something — to lean in, take a closer look, and discover their own interpretation inside the shapes and colors. Every artwork is an invitation to pause, breathe, and find a spark of joy, intensity, or recognition within the abstract.
