A painter and printer, Val’s works are largely abstract or of representational imagery with abstract elements. Inspiration comes from organic sources and the emotional response to images as they present themselves. Inspiration can come from a glimpse or an immersion into a subject, with intuitive response and imagination shaping the final imagery.
In her painting practice, Val’s work is vibrant and colour driven with a focus on the interplay of realism and abstraction. She experiments with format, texture, materials and painting techniques to create impact. Val is currently working in acrylic paint and mixed media on a series of works influenced by water. Val will continue her animal themed works. In contrast to her paintings, Val’s printing portfolio typically shows muted colour tones. Val’s prints include etchings, monoprints, lino prints and collagraphs. Using the themes and subjects featured in her paintings provides Val further opportunities for exploration and expression within her prints.
Val Gee in studio