In this series, Promises, the imagery of Venice is used to explore the transient nature of life and relationships. The layered work in oil is abstract yet retains the essence of the images which inspired them. Images of grids, gates, hearts and passages symbolize the passing of time, changes in direction, barriers to communication, lost love. The layers of the painting, expressive color and painterly brush strokes combine to evoke a sense of history and transformation.

"Pierre-Auguste Renoir once stated, 'The work of art must seize upon you, wrap you up in itself and carry you away. It is the means by which the artist conveys his passion.' Few
artists imbue their paintings with as much passion as Andrea Goldsmith. She has reinvigorated the modern abstract painting in her distinctive body of work. Her penetrating canvases, created with layers of color, go directly to the heart, conveying power and energy."
— Art Aquisitor

"An outstanding expressionistic architectural memory."
— Meredith Hyatt Moses, Co-Director Clark Gallery Lincoln, MA; Juror, Concord Art Association Concord, MA

"Lovely, close color values and beautiful surface texture. A timeless feeling of stone and earth. One returns to this painting to try to solve the mystery of its being."
— Loring W. Coleman, George Nick; Jurors, Distinguished Artists Exhibitition,
Concord, MA




CONTACT:
andrea@andreagoldsmith.com