Rebecca Rivers

The Waters Are My Sky

Artist's Statement

The surprisingly twisted path that I am on, led me to Searsport, Maine 33 years ago. This path has included studying at the Dayton Art Institute in Dayton, Ohio, living near Madrid, Spain for 4 years, having three sons who are my delight, painting classes at UMO with Mike Lewis, a week on Monhegan Island with 12 of my art buddies every year, visiting both islands of New Zealand and skydiving as often as I can. My home has become my sanctuary. I find solace in the quiet peace that living off the beaten path offers. It has been a gift to have the opportunity to wander the Maine shorelines. I am drawn to water, salt or fresh, and my paintings are a joyful answer to that call.

The most recent mixed media and watercolor paintings represent a departure in attitude from what is most comfortable for me. Realistic watercolor has been my medium and style of choice, but within me becoming more insistent, is the urge to let go. My artistic path has led me to an edge. I have fearfully peered over the rim and have longed to step off the edge into the vast unknown. The most recent paintings are a part of a continuing effort of adventure and discovery to artistically step off that edge.

Rivers' Edge Studio

136 Nickerson Rd
Searsport, Maine 04974

207 338-4463

Contact: rrivers@bluestreakme.com

Website: www.rebeccarivers.com