Cherise Atkinson

Cherise Atkinson is an artist working with texture & abstraction to express aspects of the inner & unseen landscapes. Her work is a conversation with life's tough questions, an opportunity to interact with the powerful & complex forces that influence emotion, perception & behavior.

Her work is expressed through accumulation. Acrylic & oil paint are layered on fabric, paper & fiber-based materials. Moody colors, bold marks, smears & glazes saturate richly textured, tactile surfaces throughout her work.

Cherise's long career as a hairstylist has deeply influenced her desire to interpret the inner & unseen landscapes. She pulls inspiration from her own personal & meditative exploration & also by reflecting on years of diverse conversational intimacy experienced while behind the chair engaging with her clients.