Susan Bagrationoff

In a world of so much chaos, an escape into the realm of faeries brings peace and glamour into our dimension. Faeries have always held my fascination when I encounter them within our realm. I utilize the magic within my artistic soul to summon these creatures so that anyone can experience their charm and be inspired to believe in what they cannot see.

This particular piece, 'Raindreaming', shares my love and connection to the rain. Being that I am a Florida native thriving in the Pacific Northwest, rain and thunderstorms have always brought me meditation and inspiration. This rain sylph was conjured onto the canvas by my fascination with how the raindrops fall and connect with each other as they sprawl out within the puddles. The colors of this creation represent hues found in the trees and the skies during rainy days in the Seattle area. The face of this fae emerges from the connections formed by the raindrops. Her dreamy expression glances out into the unknown, contemplating endless possibilities.

My work is conjured onto canvas using copious amounts of modeling paste and acrylic paints with multiple layers of various brushstrokes and the use of palette knife techniques. Brilliant colors and metallic hues are used to enable the faeries to emphasize their `vibe`, inspiring the viewer to discover the essence of these beings. The texture of their skin, hair, and backgrounds are vital to conveying the elemental qualities of each fae. I am perpetually discovering new ways to bring my faeries to life so they can gaze upon us humans as we admire their portraits.