Jill Musser

As you can see, I enjoy painting many different subjects. Using acrylic or oil paint to create my art, I find that thicker, textural effects are achieved with oil paint and then a different, more transparent effect can be achieved with acrylic paints. With either medium, I let the painting evolve and dictate the results on the canvas. In my painting process, so many decisions are made: color combinations, textures, soft edges, hard edges. Is the painting too harsh? too indecisive? does it show intention? are the colors harmonious? are there pleasing contrasts? The painting often gets set aside for a week or two and I come back with fresh eyes. The painting is finished when I truly like or enjoy every aspect of what I see.