Rema Boscov
For me, making art is a kinesthetic, visual and verbal allelujah. My paintings, poetry and teaching all reflect my love of nature, and are focused on helping people to feel their own ties to places that speak to them. I strongly hope that, despite the trend to be “plugged in and tuned out,” people may increasingly cherish the importance of connecting with their natural surroundings. As an artist-in-residence in national parks, I offer writing and art workshops, and leave behind both poetry and pastel paintings. I never fail to feel awe, comfort, joy, no matter where I take time in nature, but I have a special love for the water and land forms of New England, coastal and inland. My method is simple: first sit and take it in, and only after awhile, I begin to paint. It is a joy to record my version, but the real gift is being present.
