Lorraine Danzo, Mixed Media Collage

About Lorraine Danzo

I live in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado Springs ,Colorado. I was born and educated in New York City. I graduated from Pratt institute. I taught at Montclair college in New Jersey and at the New York State university in Staten Island. I exhibited at several local galleries before moving to Colorado. After the move, I taught and exhibited at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. I was also represented at galleries in Taos , Santa fe, and Sedona. Currently my paintings are shown at Fare Bella gallery in Manitou Springs and Gallery 45 Degree in Colorado Springs. .i was trained in many art disciplines while at Pratt. My colorful landscapes of aspens, mountains and streams are a tribute to the natural glory of Colorado I love animals and identify with their spirit . I portray them full of expression and I paint their awesomeness with bold ,bright colors. Abstractions allow me to explore painting with more abandon. I experiment freely with composition, color harmonies and exciting textures. My painting is direct, gestural and layered. The resulting paintings are the manifestation of my intuitive responses. They are not totally planned. They appear and develop with each brushstroke. I see life around me, I feel the impact and my paintings become a vehicle enabling me to share my feelings with others.