"When I paint, I lose my Self, the busyness and noise of the outside world fades. I go back to a place that only exists in the most hidden and sacred spot of our being- where there is a oneness with all and a wholeness that is strangely absent of everything. I did not know what these paintings would become at the onset, I still don't when I start anew and that's the beauty of it. It's a journey of interactions that ultimately results in a symphony of history on canvas. Each one is an exercise of my intuition and an exposé of my inner workings. Much of the product seem to have a connection to nature, which is fitting, that is where I have always found peace and a deep connection to God." -Maxine Shea
American artist Maxine Shea (b. 1981, Doylestown, PA) is an abstract artist exploring color, light and texture through enigmatic landscape scenes. Surrounded by rural countryside, babbling brooks and old growth forests she gathers her inspiration on daily hikes and explorations.
Shea resides in Lehigh Valley, PA. She is a decorated graduate of Tyler School of Art with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, the recipient of honors and awards, Shea's work has been shown in galleries, museums, and is displayed in public and private collections around the world.