Lorrie Fink uses the expressiveness of botanical and geologic forms to investigate pattern and color. With her studio located in her garden, she is surrounded by the bounty of nature.

I link the narrative of deep time — a geologic timeline of Earth’s natural history — with contemporary concerns about climate crisis. Exploring the intersection of wild and cultivated landscapes, I envision a world where forests are preserved and green spaces are considered essential features of urban life.

I paint silhouetted shapes inspired by ferns that flourish in old growth forests and the edges of my own backyard. Ferns are among the most primitive botanical life forms, having thrived for millions of years by adapting to an ever-changing environment. Old growth forests are unique markers of Earth’s timeline.

By combining painterly brushwork with the graphic quality of handcut stencils, I build layers of marks and glazes that result in unique patterns of biomorphic shapes. I focus my awareness of environmental concerns about sustainability and stewardship, while celebrating the beauty and exuberance of our natural world.