Dutch painter Magnolia Wood creates powerful and introspective "inner visual landscapes". Her work is influenced by a diverse background in ballet, fashion, and theater, which now informs her contemplative painting practice. Wood’s art distills personal narratives into universal themes, inviting viewers to find their own stories within her rich, ambiguous compositions.
Employing a blend of graphic, figurative, and abstract shapes, Wood achieves a unique balance between bold brushwork and intentional vagueness. Her process often begins with reference images, which she reshapes to capture an emotional or atmospheric truth rather than a direct likeness. The result is a series of captivating paintings that evoke memory, introspection, and the unseen facets of everyday life.
Based in Amsterdam, Wood’s work has been featured in several exhibitions, including a recent feature in the Visual Arts Journal and an exhibition with the Florence Contemporary Art Gallery. Her paintings are now held in private collections, confirming her place as a compelling and ascendant voice in contemporary art.
Instagram: @_magnolia_wood_
Website: http://www.magnolia-wood.com
Dutch painter Magnolia Wood creates powerful and introspective "inner visual landscapes". Her work is influenced by a diverse background in ballet, fashion, and theater, which now informs her contemplative painting practice. Wood’s art distills personal narratives into universal themes, inviting viewers to find their own stories within her rich, ambiguous compositions.
Employing a blend of graphic, figurative, and abstract shapes, Wood achieves a unique balance between bold brushwork and intentional vagueness. Her process often begins with reference images, which she reshapes to capture an emotional or atmospheric truth rather than a direct likeness. The result is a series of captivating paintings that evoke memory, introspection, and the unseen facets of everyday life.
Based in Amsterdam, Wood’s work has been featured in several exhibitions, including a recent feature in the Visual Arts Journal and an exhibition with the Florence Contemporary Art Gallery. Her paintings are now held in private collections, confirming her place as a compelling and ascendant voice in contemporary art.
Instagram: @_magnolia_wood_
Website: http://www.magnolia-wood.com
