Inspired by my love and connection to the natural wonders of Washington state I have decided to take on the task of creating a series of oil paintings discussing the current issues with deforestation and land development in Washington state. Particularly concerned with the decreasing availability of animal habitat and recreational park land I will, in addition to the paintings, be researching the motives and outcomes of the timber and housing industry with an end goal of informing my audience on the dangers of urban sprawl and habitat loss.
The series of paintings will include two different scenes each painted in oil paint on 18x24 inch stretch canvas. The first painting envisioned will depict a serine natural waterfall in the heart of Washington states forests. In the foreground will be a simple reality sign marked with a large ‘sold’ sticker. The main motive with the first painting will be to contrast the beautiful forested environment by the destruction and pollution associated with the encroachment of real estate and housing development. The second painting will be a simple picture of a stand of trees in a forest marked shockingly by a number of brightly colored tree tags announcing for them to be cut down. In this piece the motive will be to comment on the timber industry and the subtle cues left behind when they plan for clear cutting of the forest. Both paintings are meant to pick fun at the timber and housing industries while also acting as stark and provoking images that will make people consider the topic. The final product should be a series of two paintings places side by side in the gallery representing the future struggles Washington state forests will have to endure.
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