Susan Megur

Artist Statement by Susan Megur

The face is a roadmap which contains a rich history of one's life.  The human body expresses feelings without the use of words.  I find meaningful symbols by using elements found in our everyday lives. 

I am greatly influenced by the past masters of the 15th and 16th centuries.  I paint in oils using classical techniques to render faces and figures.  Facial expressions and body language is where I begin. I include objects, both animimate and inanimate, as symbols which enhance the story. The selected symbols complete the narrative content of each painting.  Each piece of work has its own story.   

The paintings are a window into my world.  My travels and life experiences have led me to scrutinize the human condition.  The paintings suggest a constant evaluation of my personal values. My journey is to examine all that we share as human beings.