Linda Champanier

After focusing her painting primarily on portraits for more than five decades, the Catskill Mountains inspired Olivebridge artist Linda Champanier to also explore painting the beauty and magic of the earth, sky, and water in landscapes. Painting portraits creates a connection as she looks beyond the surface to capture gesture and the essence of the person. Plein air paintings evoke memories of that specific day’s weather, light, and the time spent outdoors. Every painting captures moments in time create a dialogue so viewers respond with their own interpretations and narratives.

Using a variety of media allows her flexibility and each brings its own joy. The luminous flow of watercolors can yield surprising effects. She enjoys graphite for its simplicity and focus on the essence of the subject. Oil paints and pastels offer incomparable richness and depth.