Fran Busse
Fran has been showing with Alpers Fine Art since 2013.
Scroll down to read her observations about her painting process.
Archive of sold Fran Busse paintings
Fran on painting
My work is an expressive interpretation of what I observe. I draw inspiration from nature, particularly
landscapes in New England and beyond. A branch reaching out over a pond, water washing over rocks
in a stream, a sprig of grass or a change in the weather may catch my attention. The convergence of
color and mood in a particular environment helps shape my work.
Once I begin, I become absorbed in the process of painting. I lay down a stroke with a brush, palette knife,
or other painting tool, and let that stroke lead to the next. Sometimes I wipe off what I have done and make
new marks. It is an exciting and intense process. Color and mark making are key factors in how I express
my creativity. As the painting continues to emerge, I am engaged and continue to respond to it. It is an
interactive process.
I continue to challenge myself by pushing further into abstraction. This unexpected and dynamic process
is what keeps me fascinated and engaged.
My work is an expressive interpretation of what I observe. I draw inspiration from nature, particularly
landscapes in New England and beyond. A branch reaching out over a pond, water washing over rocks
in a stream, a sprig of grass or a change in the weather may catch my attention. The convergence of
color and mood in a particular environment helps shape my work.
Once I begin, I become absorbed in the process of painting. I lay down a stroke with a brush, palette knife,
or other painting tool, and let that stroke lead to the next. Sometimes I wipe off what I have done and make
new marks. It is an exciting and intense process. Color and mark making are key factors in how I express
my creativity. As the painting continues to emerge, I am engaged and continue to respond to it. It is an
interactive process.
I continue to challenge myself by pushing further into abstraction. This unexpected and dynamic process
is what keeps me fascinated and engaged.