Original oil painting by Liz Vaughn. "Diviner". There was a moment earlier in the year where I felt a "switch" flip. My usual "go to" style of female figurative work seemed hollow, and somehow no longer engaging to me. I am quite sure this experience is nothing new to artists, rather more of a familiar companion. To that note, I have been reaching and stretching and allowing myself the freedom of experimentation. I have always loved Expressionism, it feels free, natural, and uncontrived. I feel an emotional pull, a passion, when I paint in this style that is exciting. It is this uncertainty and at times frustration, that are transforming my current body of work.
Please note that this painting was recently revised, much to my liking! The last photo is the previous version for reference purposes.
Created: 2022, reworked 10/2026
Dimensions:
12" inches wide by 24" inches high by 2" inches deep. Painted on all sides, ready for hanging, no frame necessary.
Materials used:
Oil paint, birch panel