Susan Brekke Visual Artist
Exploring emotion and light through color, compassion, and the quiet strength of beauty.
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48”x24” acrylic on canvas
Vibrancy and Defiance
Vitality and Power: The deep crimson base grounding the piece acts as a strong current of passion, anger, or visceral life force.
Striking Hope: The sharp shocks of bright pink, neon green, and sunny yellow pierce through the darker elements, signaling moments of intense joy, creative energy, or pure adrenaline.
Emotional Catharsis: The visible texture and thick impasto paint feel highly physical, conveying a sense of emotional release and the urgent need to express uncontained feelings.
24” x 30” acrylic on canvas
The unusual pairing of a lavender road with a pastel yellow-green sky lifts the landscape out of reality and into a surreal, poetic dreamscape filled with peace and wonder. The warm, yellow-gold sunlight filtering down through the pale clouds washes the entire landscape in a feeling of reassurance, safety, and a bright future.
30” x 40” acrylic on canvas
The bright, slashed lines of red and neon pink feel like a sudden scream, a breakthrough of expression, or creative rebellion slashing through an otherwise quiet, melancholic environment.
Vulnerability Under Scrutiny: The round, exposed shape at the bottom feels spotlighted, standing exposed against the vast, mysterious shadows of the dark background.
24”x24” acrylic on canvas
This painting erupts with a passionate, romantic energy that celebrates overwhelming beauty and sensory abundance. Rich crimson tones evoke strong feelings of love and visceral passion. Bright yellow accents introduce a sudden burst of optimism and warmth.
Vulnerable Peace: Soft cream and lavender petals offer a gentle, calming emotional escape.The crowded, packed composition creates a sensation of being completely consumed