This is the largest work (so far) in my Rebirth series. The series is inspired by the white winter snowberry, pretty much the only thing alive in winter in Berlin. The series explores rebirth, rediscovering, starting over, pivoting, changing directions, etc., etc. how many times have we all had to do this? For me, too many to count. Changing jobs, entires careers, romantic partners, business partners, attitudes, countries of residence…it’s constant. It’s also what keeps life interesting, exciting, and fun! acrylic, gold leaf, cotton trim on canvas

carolyn brann

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Born and raised in Connecticut, USA, I spent many of the last several years in southern California between Los Angeles and San Diego until summer 2020, when I relocated to Berlin, Germany. Mostly self-taught, I began abstract painting twelve years ago after a long career in entertainment finance.  Simultaneously, I began a daily spiritual practice of meditation that informs my work in the form of bold, gestural textures and colors, meditative patterns, and copious use of metal leaf - usually gold.  My work is influenced by the natural world, architectural shapes and patterns, and visions that occur during meditations. I want to create accessible work that sparks some feeling, emotion, or curiosity by those who are viewing it.