Charlene Nield’s latest exhibition, Persons of Interest, is a series of paintings with mixed media elements that challenge the conventional notions of portraiture. In these works, Nield returns to the space between—a place between the seemingly ever increasing stress of life and the high drama of the world. Within this enigmatic realm, she uncovers a captivating interplay of light and whimsy; drenching her paintings in vibrant hues and patterns that exude joy, with the intent to honor the beauty of everyday moments.
Left faceless, Nield intentionally blurs the lines of gender, race, and ethnicity to invite viewers to immerse themselves in the artistic process. Nield states “I am encouraging visitors to mentally envision and paint the final strokes. It is an act of co-creation; to spark an internal dialogue and become an active participant in shaping the narrative of each piece.”
