Color Alchemy
sculpting paint and material
sculpting paint and material
“My process emerged from scientific experiments in the studio, but the artwork comes to life with the physicality of movement - an interaction between myself, the materials, and the laws of gravity and matter.”
Renee Phillips
As a process-based artist, I often turn the art studio into a science lab. I manipulate enamel, latex and spray paint to achieve sculptural like results that droop, ripple, crack and pool on the surface.
Further engaging the elements of heat, wind, water and gravity, I push paint to its limit. I allow each color to display its individual ‘signature effect’, which is studied, layered and re-worked to reveal highly tactile and seductive surfaces that characterize my contemporary color field paintings.
“The uniqueness of Phillips’ process arrests movement and allows paint to visually dazzle viewers in refreshing and visceral ways that feel like new ground is being broken.”
Parker Daley, Pen + Brush Gallery
upcoming exhibitions and collaborations
“Conceptually Green”
Arts Warehouse, Delray
Feb - April 20th, 2024
Co-curator and exhibiting artist in the diverse 22-person group show highlighting new perspectives through color. Exhibiting resin-based “Artifacts” for the 1st time publicly, alongside mixed media paintings.
Deji Museum Exhibition, China
The Deji Museum, China, has acquired a large portfolio of Phillips’ work, for exhibition along side international process and color oriented artists.
“Mindscapes” Public Art Commission
Mandel Public Library, Urban Living Room
Thru Spring 2024
Made possible by the City of West Palm Beach, this 3D video animation and sculpted paintings installation inspire visions of alternate landscapes and mind wandering; inspired by the Overview Effect.
Artist Documentary
Custom Commissions
Animated Paintings