Pickers

"Pickers" is a captivating and evocative original painting by Tara Verkuil, showcasing her deep connection to nature through an abstract portrayal of strawberry fields. This 48" W x 24" H piece is part of Tara’s new artistic series, where she explores nature-based abstraction, blending the structured beauty of landscapes with her signature expressive style.

Tara has always been fascinated by the symmetry of strawberry fields, where rows of vibrant crops create natural patterns that are both orderly and organic. In "Pickers," she captures this mesmerizing geometry through loose and fluid brushstrokes, where red and green stripes suggest the bounty of the fields against a soft, glowing orange sky.

The artistic process behind "Pickers" is as dynamic as the finished piece. Tara begins with abstract mark making, layering washes of transparent paint and intertwining textures to create a rich and captivating depth. As the painting evolves, her brushstrokes become bolder, adding opaque layers that bring the landscape to life.

Crafted with a variety of materials—acrylic, graphite, crayons, colored pencil, pastels, and oil sticks—this painting offers tactile depth and visual intrigue. The edges of the canvas continue the artwork, enhancing its immersive quality. Finished with a satin varnish, "Pickers" is protected from dirt and sunlight, ensuring its vibrant colors remain brilliant over time.