BEHIND LIGHTSTROKES
Artist Jesse Swiers
As an abstract expressionist painter, I seek to transcend the limitations of representational art by giving voice to emotions, energy, and the unseen forces that shape our world. My work is an exploration of the subconscious, where color, texture, and form become a language through which I communicate my inner truths and responses to the world around me.
Each piece I create is an intuitive journey. The act of painting is not about following a predetermined plan, but rather about allowing the materials to guide me. I embrace spontaneity and the unpredictable nature of the creative process, finding beauty in the chaos and movement that emerge on the canvas. My use of bold colors, dynamic brushstrokes, and layered textures reflects my belief that art, at its core, is about expressing what cannot be put into words — the complexity of human experience, the depth of emotion, and the tension between order and disorder.
Through my work, I invite the viewer to experience a visceral, emotional connection with the art, encouraging them to interpret it through their own lens. Each piece holds multiple meanings, depending on the viewer’s perspective, and I welcome that sense of personal engagement and discovery.
Ultimately, my art is about freedom - freedom from boundaries, freedom from expectations, and freedom to explore the full spectrum of human emotion and experience. It is an invitation to step beyond the surface and engage with the raw, unfiltered truth that lies beneath.
“Every LightStroke begins with a dream.”
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