Primarily self-taught, Erica Nordean studied a variety of artistic styles. She found that drawing just came naturally to her. Erica has learned how to use artistic expression to tell her stories.

My current work is about capturing an overall presence on canvas. My paintings are intense, ambiguous and many have a slightly lonely feel. The method is more about spending hours staring at the works than painting. I allow the paint to do what paint does...drip, mix and form shapes. I want my paintings to breathe with visual density, color, and texture. I want them to reflect a state of being.