An award winning innovative artist specializing in “Splashparencies – Where Water Tells Life Stories,” combining monochromatic minimalist oil paintings on paper with photographic references. Experienced in capturing the essence of water as a life-giving and healing force through a unique process that integrates photography and fine art painting. Recognized for creating emotionally engaging works and contributing to the artistic community through exhibitions, commissions, and art consultancy.
Art Statement
Creating my art feels like visiting the beach, where each moment reveals new discoveries and emotions. When a piece is finished, I feel pride in transforming an empty space into something calming and refreshing. Water has always been my closest companion, offering comfort and renewal when I am alone. I am drawn to scenes that challenge me to capture the light and transparency of water using oil paint.
My goal is to portray water’s smooth fluidity without broken lines. Water symbolizes life and teaches me something new every day. I imagine my art displayed in gallery spaces that serve as peaceful retreats for reflection and healing.
A portion of my sales supports ocean cleanup organizations to help protect our waters. My technique focuses on achieving perfect transparency with a brushwork-free oil paint approach on paper. Years of practice allow me to create images so smooth and realistic they almost resemble photographs.
Artistic Specialization
Creator of Splashparencies: Cherree pioneered an artistic technique that unfolds in three steps. She begins by speaking into the water, then freezes this body of water, and finally captures its image on camera, translating it into monochromatic minimalist oil paintings on paper.
Personal Photography: She utilizes her own photographs as cross-references to paint life-inspired imagery.
Artistic Philosophy: Her philosophy centers on the belief that water is life: what we give water, it gives back; water has the power to heal and revitalize.