Inspired by Divisionism and Pointillism, Emma's Abstracture style combines bold colorful strokes with geometric placement using a wet-on-wet technique. She sometimes combines this with her first passion of Figurative art, invoking themes of self esteem, vulnerability, and acceptance. These works explore the idea of feeling allowed to take up space and to believe in our worth.
A self-taught artist, Emma creates her encouraging art in her Albany Park home studio. She has hosted three solo shows, curated two group shows, and her work has been shared in a number of exhibitions. Her clients include Prada, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, and The Gatsby Speakeasy, and collectors range from local Chicago to global South Korea.
"My style explores the idea of feeling allowed to take up space. So often we are told that what speaks to our soul isn’t welcome. Here, I welcome you. Come and simply be here. Feeling all the feels. Grow into your rich, colorful, dynamic self. I wish to encourage you to feel uninhibited when you pursue what you are passionate about. You are a work of art."
Art lovers and collectors can find her work on her website gallery at EmmaLyonsArt.com, in person at many summer art fairs throughout Chicago, and on social medias all under @EmmaLyonsArt.
