Awards:

2021 - Best in Show, Chicago Alliance of Visual Artists Later Impressions

2020 - Honorable Mention, Chicago Alliance of Visual Artists Later Impressions Show

2019 - Third Place, Blue Moon Gallery “Red” Show

About

Figurative, landscapes, still life...I love it all, but abstract art is my passion. It is very challenging to create something in two dimensions with only line, color, shape, texture and composition. It has to convey my emotion as the artist, and ultimately generate emotion in the viewer. It's interesting when I hear people discussing what they see in my work...figures, landscapes, flora and fauna; or they like the color purple or yellow or red, either bright or subdued. That discussion means they are connecting in some manner and hopefully growing their appreciation for abstract art.

I majored in art education, but never found my way into a classroom. As a result I didn't paint or draw for thirty years. My full time job generated a lot of stress and I needed a way to relieve it. I discovered painting again. What a revelation...I loved it! My studio is my happy place. 

Welcome into my world!

susanbennettart@gmail.com