Bonnie Palutke

Figurative and Plein Air Abstractions

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Artist Statement

I am an abstract expressionist, principally painting with acrylics, gel mediums, & graphite pencil. I paint with a very loose brush, with paint that is malleable- whether thick or thin, washed or dripped- with a likely pencil line that manipulates my observation of nature, space, & natural & urban plein air creating richness & energy through abstract expressionism. I am obsessed with color and absolutely adore brilliant hues from across the entire color spectrum.

I hope to convey interest, enjoyment, and pleasure for the viewer. I am local to central Grand Rapids with my studio just north of downtown and am married to my wonderful husband, Wally.

Artist Profile

I attended Wayne State University and University of Michigan, majoring in Fine Arts. Upon my retirement from the hospitality industry in Europe, I returned to Kendall School of Arts & Design to sharpen and refine my skills. My work has been recognized at the Michigan Regional Contemporary Exhibition, at Muskegon Museum of Art, winning the collectors award in 2018 and exhibiting in 2022 & 2023. Currently at Lansing Arts Gallery, 2019- 2024, and PaLatte Coffee & Arts in, Grand Rapids 2022- 2024. Also at Gallery Uptown, 2022-2024 and Flat River Gallery 2019- 2020