Julie Reby Waas
My elaborate acrylic and watercolor drawings, and acrylic paintings, take shape instinctively. My process is a spiritual experience guided by my heart and intuition. When I create, I shut out the rational side of my brain and let the subconscious and intuitive voice speak through my hand and onto the paper. I often start with a simple idea, such as vines, hearts, and geometric forms, and let the outline take shape organically. Sometimes, in the case of my Rubik’s Cubism series, I use my love of geometry and the randomness of the Rubik’s Cube to inspire me. I trust my intuition and enjoy the thrill of seeing where it will take me. I use many recurring symbols in my work: vines, Venn diagrams, and geometric & jigsaw puzzle-like designs. To me, these symbols represent friendship, connection, common ground, and fragments coming together to create a bigger picture, which all relate to my belief that everything and everyone is interrelated in some way, and when we come together in friendship and strength we create a beautiful tapestry. I want my pieces to brighten my viewers’ lives, make them pause in their busy life, and bring a smile to their face.
