Samantha Wott
Drawing, pain, Printmaking
Bio: Samantha Wott is a Marine veteran and a self-taught artist. She works with mixed mediums such as acrylics, watercolors, oils, ink and pencils. Her travels around the world has had a major influence in her creative work and style. Her subject matters often features fantasy and mythological creatures inspired by literature and film, frequently accompanied with weapons and armor. Her other inspirations comes from her strong interest in the performing arts of dance, play’s and musical’s. Her works represent strong and powerful figures who can overcome obstacles and barriers in order to prove that life is precious, valuable and worth protection. Her art goals are to spark a feeling to fight for life. "Art should bring peace to the disturbed and disturb the peaceful" -Banksy
She has exhibited at The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA), been represented at Front Street art community, and displayed work in numerous festivals in Ohio. When taking a break from her studio she enjoys reading and the company of her three snakes and three cats.
Artist Statement: In my work I focus on the fantasy and mysterious aspects of this world. To try and create a serial feelings of peace and curiosity. Each piece is influenced by a culture of this world or of a fantasy one. I love pushing the boundaries on what I can do with my art and how it looks. How many mediums I can put into a piece or what I can do with just one. I like to keep to the saying “Art should bring peace to the disturbed and disturb the peaceful.” (Banksy)
Bramble
14x17
Mix media