Cindy Vener

My landscape and abstract paintings are an exploration of color, moods and texture, expressed through impressionism and abstract expressionism. I use a strong palette and embody a bold energy in my mark making – creating loose strokes and vivid layers to capture my memories and experiences of the Florida landscape. It is through the energy of color that I am able to convey the stories I want to tell and the immediacy of what I see. Each painting is a journey of discovery as I watch the colors and shapes come to life in vibrant light and texture.

I paint primarily in oil and acrylic, and in recent years have been incorporating cold wax medium, which I find to be a great vehicle for layering color and creating texture in my abstract paintings. I paint en plein air and in my studio, frequently using a palette knife.

Helen Frankenthaler, David Hockney, Joan Mitchell and Monet inspire my artwork.

Originally from Buffalo, New York, Cindy Vener lived and worked in Lynchburg, Virginia for 35 years. She retired 14 years ago from the financial services industry from a 30 year career as an insurance actuary. Cindy picked up a brush for the first time 25 years ago and has been painting ever since. After moving to central Florida from Virginia, I have found new inspiration for my paintings in the Florida landscape.

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