Dawn Howell
Monarch on Thistle

12 inches round
Acrylic on canvas
2024

Dawn Howell is an artist devoted to bringing color, joy, and calm into the world through painting. As a mental health advocate, she believes in the profound impact of art on emotional well-being, creating work that uplifts, soothes, and inspires. Her paintings are a celebration of color’s ability to evoke happiness, nostalgia, and wonder, offering viewers a space to pause, reflect, and find beauty in the present moment.

Influenced by nature, dreams, and deep nostalgia, Dawn is primarily guided by color itself. She paints intuitively, allowing each piece to unfold organically rather than following a predetermined sketch. Starting with an idea or an emotion, she lets the colors lead the way, layering soft pastels, bold neon accents, and shimmering details to create dreamlike compositions. Texture plays a crucial role in her work, adding depth and a tactile quality that invites closer engagement.

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