54th National Exhibition, "Dreamweavers"

ELISE MAHAFFIE IN REPOSE

15” x 30” — Oil $1750

Last summer, I was at a painting workshop that took place at a ranch. We were up early in the morning to watch the horses being brought into the corral. After they all settled down a bit, these four were huddled together and in such a relaxed state. I couldn’t take my eyes off of them. I loved their pose and knew when I was photographing them that I had to paint them

ELISE MAHAFFIE • WAOW Associate • MD • www.elisemahaffie.com Being a graphic designer for a good part of my life has definitely influenced the way I interpret shapes and how I see things. I love bold marks, strong colors, and unique, simplistic compositions. I believe this gives the viewer a feeling of easy discovery and controlled focus on the smaller details. Living in Wyoming, going on safaris, and painting western life and wildlife brings me such joy. Nothing makes me happier than when my paintings connect a buyer to that same joy!

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