Artist Statement:
As a mixed media artist, I am drawn to the interplay of texture, color, and form to tell stories that words cannot fully capture. My work is a reflection of life’s complexities—layered, intricate, and ever-evolving. By combining materials such as paint, paper, and found objects, I create pieces that invite viewers to explore themes of connection and transformation.
I find inspiration in the natural world, the rhythm of everyday life, and the emotions that weave through our shared experiences. Each piece begins with a spark—a memory, a feeling, or a question—and evolves intuitively, allowing the process to guide me. For me, art is both a personal journey and a bridge to others, offering moments of reflection, discovery, and understanding.
Through my work, I aim to encourage dialogue and invite viewers to find their own stories within the layers. Art has the power to connect us to each other and to ourselves, and I am grateful to contribute to that connection through my creative practice.
Terri Goodness is a force in the world of contemporary art, blending different mediums to create evocative and thought-provoking works that challenge conventions.
Early Life and Inspiration:
Growing up in a small town in Arizona, Terri was surrounded by a rich tapestry of influences that would later shape her artistic vision. From the vibrant art of desert landscapes to the delicate brushstrokes of classical masters, she absorbed the world around her with a keen eye and insatiable curiosity.
Artistic Journey:
Embarking on her artistic journey, Terri pursued her college education. Experimentation became her modus operandi, as she explored the intersections of painting, sculpture, photography, and digital media. Each piece served as a canvas for exploration, a testament to the boundless possibilities of creativity.
Major Works:
Terri's body of work is as diverse as it is captivating. From bold, bright compositions that pulsate with energy to quiet, contemplative pieces, Terri continually pushes the boundaries of what art can be.
About the shoes...
When I was a college student, I had a pair of purple hightops that I always wore to the studio when I painted. My son decided to buy me a pair for my birthday, so I could I could wear them to the studio every day to paint – and remember how fun it was creating pieces in my college days.
Beyond the studio...
Life does exist beyond the studio, although I love every moment I am in there. Painting, concepting, imagining...it's all a place of happiness for me.
However, travel is another part of happiness for me. Whether it's to an exotic location like Egypt or China, or to visit the art museum in Milwaukee – it's always a joy.
Creative moments...
I find myself reading, listening to music, taking a walk outside and discovering inspiration in seeing things differently. I like to consider myself a "mixed media poet." I can't always write down or say how I feel, but I can create a visual poem with a pen or pencil or paint.