Artist Statement

Linda Shaffer Red Pearl Art

I create multi-layered works that invite the viewer to take a journey through each  piece. My work is inspired by travel, relationships and human connection. I use abstract forms and color to explore the themes of love and connection.  Each piece is an experimentation with recycled materials and multiple mediums.  I hand print papers, incorporate recycled materials, all the while adding bits and pieces from my everyday life and my travels to create works that are both personal and universal. My goal is to create pieces that are emotionally resonant, visually engaging, and offer the viewer surprises that are waiting to be discovered in each layer.