"My inspiration is born from the works of the Impressionists and Abstract Expressionists - Think Van Gogh meets Kandinsky at Gustave Klimt’s house. I am fascinated by the ability of intense color and texture of line to convey an emotional expression from the artist to the viewer. Working with vivid color oil pastel, I create images that are recognizable to welcome the viewer into the scene. By using the hand cut metallic leaf on some of my works , I have stepped up the energy level of these pieces with the reflective brilliance that only a metallic surface can provide. I draw because it makes me feel good and energized, and I want the viewer to experience that same energy that inspires me to create. My use of black outlines around the shapes are deliberate and necessary and intend only to define and intensify the emotion of my work. My imagery is taken from my travels and from my mind’s eye. I want a finished work that I can proudly say purely represents my vision." Brett Varney grew up in Washington state and now lives in British Columbia, Canada. Absolute Gallery is honored to offer a selection of Brett Varney artwork, including this piece, entitled "Evening Serenade" #absolutegallery #absolute_gallery #brettvarney #islandinternationalartists #madeincanada #canadianartist #pastelartist #eveningseranade #colorfulartist #art #artist #inspiringartist #metallicartwork #statementart #lovelansing #oldtownlansing #artfairartist #britishcolumbia (at Absolute Gallery)