Robin lives in Portland, Maine and enjoys the city and wide variety of natural landscapes. Robin grew up in both New Jersey and Virginia before moving to Asheville, NC for college. Robin attended Warren Wilson College where she earned a bachelor’s degree studying Psychology, Fine Arts, and Philosophy. She spent many years working in the fields of mental health care and health care administration.
Robin creates unique abstract works with oil paint and cold wax medium. Working with cold wax involves using palette knives, squeegees, brayers, and various found objects in a multilayered approach. Paint and wax are added and scraped into, layer upon layer, creating depth and texture. This happens in an expressive and spontaneous way, responding in the moment as the painting slowly evolves. The building up of these layers over time creates a visual history that gives cold wax paintings a unique complexity.
Robin's compositions are fully imaginary, while deeply inspired by being in nature. Her goal is not to depict a specific scene or tell a viewer what to see, but rather to evoke your personal feelings associated with ethereal and timeless places. Using texture and abstract compositions, she creates intimate and emotive images that encourages one’s own reflection and interpretation. Through her work, Robin hopes viewers feel inspired and intrigued.
Instagram - @robin.gleesonwarren.art
Collections:
Mission Hospital Collection - Asheville, NC
Private collections throughout the United States
Previous Galleries:
Woolworth Walk Gallery - Asheville, NC
Foundation Studios - Asheville, NC
Group Exhibits:
2023 Yarmouth Art Festival, Juried Exhibition
Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League and Red House Gallery
Asheville Area Arts Council