Whether it is an building, a tree, landscape or child, it shines through her transparent watercolors. Her use of color, light and shadows brings out the spirituality of life, her portraits reflect the face and soul of the subject. As a professional watercolorist, Terry is intrigued by the gentle translucence of nature. “The translucent nature of watercolors allows for an amazing interplay of col
or and light,” Terry explains. “Even though they may be on top of one another, each individual color comes through distinctly on the page. I love how in watercolors, contrasts are made by the values of the colors themselves, and how just a touch of water can blend and move the colors, allowing them to flow together. I enjoy both the unique challenges watercolors present as a particularly unforgiving medium, and the opportunity they offer for self-expression and individual style. And basically, I love the look of watercolors. When done correctly, a watercolor is fresh, crisp and soft, and the colors dance on the paper
“Miami is such a unique place.” notes Terry. “As far as subject matter, there are literally hundreds of colorful, visually stunning plants, animals and landscapes that you won’t find anywhere else in the country. But, as a watercolorist, what most excites me about South Florida is its visual vibrancy. The colors here are crisp, bold and fresh, and the tropical sunlight creates these incredible light, shadow and color patterns that just beg to be captured on canvas.” As the saying goes, “There is no place like home”
