Collection: Jill Krutick

Ever since I made my first oil painting around the age of 10, I have focused on capturing colors, movement, shapes and light. Using oil on canvas as the primary medium, I have developed a passion for textured works, which strive to exhibit “balance.” 

I achieve balance through the precise placement of color and use of texture.  My early work centered on creating geometric paintings with linear up and down movements contrasted against side-to-side movements with my palette knife.  With a tapestry like intensity, this style has precision and depth. 

Even as my geometric style has become more flexible, balance remains pivotal to my efforts.  I strive to capture raw, natural elements – such as terrain, water, sun and sky - and equalize for the contrast between light and dark while capturing movement through a variety of textures.

 Each painting begins a journey of exploration and is a conduit for having a conversation with viewers about my findings. I find joy in sharing my interpretation of the essence of natural beauty and hope it stimulates contemplation and peace for viewers.