BH Bowman Studios  •  Abstract  Expressionism •  Canvas Design

About Barbara

Largely self-taught, Bowman draws much of her inspiration from nature and her extensive

travels. Growing up in Colorado instilled a deep-rooted appreciation of the vibrant, majestic colors of

Southwestern landscapes. Her independent nature led her on solo trips beginning at age 19 to Europe

 where she spent time painting, visiting the museums of the great masters and mingling

with young international artists.

Early in her career, Bowman painted in the figurative style, doing detailed realistic images on

glass and also as a wall muralist highly sought after by both private and corporate clients worldwide.

Later, she adopted the Abstract Impressionistic style of the Color-Field genre employed by American

artist Mark Rothko. Bowman became impassioned with Rothko and his fervent desire for people

to see drama in his works. She expresses herself similarly, reflecting her outspokenness,

her sense of adventure and passion for life.

Bowman pays vigorous attention to balanced, brilliant hues, depth and expanding dimensions in

mostly dual color fields. Her colors are intricately woven and meticulously layered one on top of the

other to create a visual journey. Her pieces literally jump off the wall.

Her approach and application evokes an impulse for the observer to draw near and study her works

at close range. In doing so, subtleties are revealed that at first might be overlooked. She is dedicated

to intense color, luminosity and a sense of limitless space, while merging complexity and simplicity

into modest color block combinations.

"Personal expression is full of complexities. It's our bright side, our dark side and the connection

between them. And it's how we relate to our surroundings. Ultimately, it's about simplifying

the complexities to find the perfect balance of who we really are."

© 2008 BH Bowman Studios