artist statement ~

Kierra LoRayne is a nature-based oil painter who embraces the fantasy of the landscape. As an Arkansas native, her inspiration is drawn from the land of the natural state. Mixing the natural with the mystic, Kierra creates surreal landscapes that captivate and transport her audience into a mythical world, focusing on the persona of the flora.
Kierra’s artwork serves as a means to bring awareness to nature's beauty and mystique and encourages others to see the world around them with a fresh perspective. She aims to convey the deep bond she has formed with nature. Behold is a visual representation of  her personal relationship with the landscape and a celebration of the wonders and enchantment of the natural world.

The landscape possesses an ongoing relationship between nature and mankind. Growing up, I developed a close relationship with nature as it had become a spot of play and rehabilitation. I see nature as a physical environment and a living entity with its own spirit and personality. Using paint, I capture the moments and places that have held significance in my life, even if they are often overlooked by others. The flora takes on a persona as if it has its own consciousness and emotions. I seduce and transport the viewer, allowing them to immerse themselves into my created painted world.
Kierra LoRayne