BIO
Suzanne Miller is a contemporary abstract artist known for her thought-provoking artwork. Through her expressive use of oil paint, she delves into personal, political, and social current events, creating pieces that resonate with viewers on a profound level.
In 1996, Suzanne came upon The Leo Marchutz School of Painting & Drawing in Aix-en-Provence, France. Driven by her passion for art, she quickly enrolled and set off on an adventure with just a backpack. Immersed in the captivating French culture, she honed her skills by painting plein-air, still life compositions, and portraits. Aix-en-Provence, renowned for being the hometown of Cezanne, granted Suzanne access to historical painting sites such as Château Noir. She also drew inspiration from studying the works of esteemed artists like Van Gogh, Giacometti and Rembrandt. Returning to America proved challenging, as Suzanne had become deeply connected to the French culture.
Suzanne’s talent has garnered recognition through numerous exhibitions, awards and in print, both in America and France. Her captivating artwork graces public spaces and private collections alike. She was an artist in residence at ArtCenter South Florida/Oolite Arts in Miami. Today, she resides in Orlando, Florida, constantly evolving her artistic practice and exploring new creative horizons.
Nature Weeps
“Suzanne’s painting presents a vivid green field that symbolizes nature’s vast, enveloping presence – a force that is insistent and dominant yet portrayed with an elegance that captivates the viewer’s senses.”
– Wyland Foundation
STATEMENT
My creative process begins in the present moment — shaped by my mood or what occupies my mind. I do not approach my work with pre-planned concepts or sketches; rather, I trust the improvisational nature of my practice. When in a Flow state, the work unfolds organically, with each mark and gesture responding intuitively to what is happening on the canvas and what I feel.
My art engages with a range of social, political, and environmental themes, as well as personal experiences. The brushwork and mark-making are rooted in my studies of Cezanne and Van Gogh in France. The resulting compositions are not only visual; they convey mood, narrative, and the complexities of human experience in subtle and direct ways.
Ultimately, I create for myself. Art is a means of processing, reflecting, and connecting — both to my inner world and to something greater outside of me.
Suzanne Miller