My abstract compositions highlight natures inspiration with inner movement intertwined with the most innocent of shapes.
My mediums of choice are acrylics, metal washers, and wire. The humble metal washers come to life with layers of hand-painted tones. The gently coiled, curved, and positioned wire adds movement and visual energy. The individual art piece is further enhanced by using hand-crafted shadow box frames, stained naturally or painted, encapsulating these expressive art pieces with calming and beautiful imagery.
My art seeks to inspire all, and I strive to bring a fresh and compelling interest in each and every piece that reveals beauty in everything.
About Denise Sawatzky
I am a contemporary mixed media artist living in Minnesota.
I earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Northern Illinois University. After many, many years of corporate graphic design and art direction, I decided to pursue my love of mixed media art during the pandemic. This has turned into a full-time passion. I am inspired by nature and the true beauty it holds.
When not doing artwork, I enjoy the outdoors by either gardening, walking with my dog, or riding my horse.