Artist Statement

When I start a painting, I take a look at the plants, flowers, the jugs, pitchers, and vases that I live with.  Some I love, some not so much. I draw my subjects in charcoal and fix them on canvas with a brush and mineral spirits. Then, using oil paint and brushes I begin a dialogue with color and space, push and pull. In two dimensions it is a dance, working out relationships on the canvas with space and color. The canvas becomes a puzzle to be solved.  Often difficult but also exciting. Sometimes satisfying. Always completely engaging.

Sally Brody

Sally Brody, born in Washington D.C., has been painting professionally most of her life.   She graduated from Smith College, studied painting and print making at The Art Students League, The Brooklyn Museum, The Pratt Graphic Center and the New York Institute of Technology.

In her professional career she has had solo shows at the Atlantic Gallery, The Brooklyn Botanic Garden, The Garrison Art Center, Home Box Office, etc., and appeared in numerous group shows.

She has designed tapestries for IBM and other commercial clients.   Her work is in the collections of corporate and private collectors.  

Sally Brody lives in Brooklyn and Ancramdale New York