Art in the Library: 'Under The Surface: Art In Layers'

Paintings by Naomi Deutscher

Holliston Mill’s artist, Naomi Deutscher, displayed an early interest in art which led to her studying oil painting at Gebhardt Studios, Cincinnati. Then further studies with a variety of highly regarded instructors in photography and film, abstract acrylics, mixed media, Intensive workshops with a instructors, and coaching with professional artists which eventually led to developing her individual style.

After a successful consulting career as an Executive Presentation Coach with finance, biopharma, research, healthcare and tech clients, Naomi achieved her dream of returning to her first love of painting as a resident studio artist at the Holliston Mill.

In Naomi’s words:

“This show was inspired by a recent trip to Portugal, a truly visually exciting place to visit. Using acrylics and mixed media, I first make layers of color and  texture. Introducing more collage focused these pieces on composition and mid-century modern design elements. 

“With no clear result in mind, I interact with the emerging painting delighting in ‘accidents’ that occur and what shows through after scraping through or glazing over the layers. Pleasure comes from applying paint in different ways and tearing painted/found papers. Contrasts between surface, depth, shape and space allow for a composition that works. “

Dates: May 7 – June 15, 2024

Location: Downstairs Gallery

Naomi’s work can be found at: www.hollistonmill.com/Naomi Deutscher.