Kimberly Barrett Ryan

Artist Statement ~ "Painting and creating illustrations is beautiful escape for me. I can easily lose myself in the process of creating a painting. It is a space where I can work creatively and lose track of all time in the process. I can't think about my daily worries or struggles as I'm painting - it's a total escape in my mind and in my body as my hands and mind work together to create something. There's nothing more satisfying than seeing what I imagine in front of me after I've created it. I can go anywhere, I can do anything, I can be anything, when I'm painting. My interests of exploration in art are centered around wellness, beauty in nature, and the natural flow of energy in the universe. The special connection between people and nature is a theme that continuously reveals itself to me in new ways.” "Background ~ Born in Frankfurt, Germany and currently living just northeast of Pittsburgh, PA, Kimberly Ryan's work is influenced by her travels as well her daily life in Pittsburgh. Painting since childhood Kimberly is primarily self taught, although, she has taken many independent classes and attended the Chicago Art Institute. With the use of bright vibrant colors her subjects include health and wellness, urban settings, portraits, and animals. Creating something new every day is a goal she aspires to. Practicing Yoga and meditation are essential to her creative process as well as spending time in nature and with animals. She also takes great pride in teaching art to aspiring artists and non artists who attend her classes at Painting with A Twist art studios and works as a gallery attendant at The Warhol in Pittsburgh where she is surrounded by beautiful art and creative people.