Artist Statement by Earl Mott


I work primarily in oil, but also enjoy painting in pastel. The finished work is the result of several underpaintings and overpaintings and refinements until it is completed. Most of my oil paintings have a slightly textured surface, which is achieved by the use of bristle brushes. My alla prima paintings are done in a freer style without attention to detail. I believe that art involves more than the hand and eye; it is inside the artist and must find a means of expression. Art must come from the heart. The personality of the artist should exhibit itself in his or her work. Art should reflect how an artist sees a subject and how he feels about it. Art is a tough subject and one which is never completely mastered. I believe that God gives us certain talents and abilities, but it is up to us to work and develop them. Early in my life, He gave me a love for art and a desire to emulate His creation in the form of paintings. I paint what interests me and hope it interests other people enough to purchase it and enjoy it.