Forest Feast

Inspired by nature, a forest, a slow army of beings in it for the long-run. A forest is interconnected, linked by mycelium and electromagnetic frequencies. This collection of original artworks is a reflection of the nuances of the forest, of color revealed by light.

This collection of original fine artworks are a celebration of life, and speak to broader depth of  finding one’s way on the journey of the human experience.

The ideas presented in the Forest Feast Collection discuss the exploration of nature, revelation of the “personalities” or “spirit of the land” in the form of trees, animals, rocks, water and mountains and ultimately, connection, joining in, care for, and celebrating with the Creator of all of these things. Many of the paintings feature abstract, colorful, trees, forests, lakes, rivers and mountains, which revel in pattern, and feature symbols and “eye-like” markings on their faces.

“As a transplant from California and former surfer, I struggled to find my place in the community and my sport in nature. I didn’t really know how to approach this new landscape which was so vastly different than my former coastal domain. I was determined to explore Bend through my paintbrush and I used art as a way to cope with the changes of living in a new place. My pathway to acceptance, understanding, and ultimately appreciation of my new home was to explore the trails, lakes, and trees on the weekends, and ruminate on them when back in the art studio, thereby producing artwork which is reflective, contemplative, and colorful, and unique to Bend, Oregon.”

One thread which can be witnessed in Dominique’s art is her colorful patternwork. “Creating pattern is a way for me to get lost in thought and submit to the subconscious mind when painting. I love the physical process of making repetitious brushstrokes. It provides me an opportunity to let my mind wander while slowly producing exciting combinations of color and shape. For me, it’s like walking in a meditation labyrinth, but with my hands and my paintbrush.”

Dominique’s paintings feature a variety of mediums: acrylic, oil and mixed media watercolor. Many of these artworks include hints of gold which morph through each medium she uses. Gold leaf, gold ink, and gold oil paint can be found throughout this spirited body of work.  “My multidisciplinary approach to creating artwork satisfies my desire to express an idea while using the best medium to bring the idea to fruition in each individual painting.”

“I am thrilled to display this collection of original artwork which features abstractions of our local landscape. These are more than pretty pictures: they contain an essence which points to the connection between spirit and earth, and are a joyful celebration of beauty.”

The “Forest Feast” collection will be on display until May 30th, 2020, during business hours at Wild Oregon Foods, near the Nike Outlet Store. Wild Oregon Foods- 61334 S HWY 97, Suite 360, Bend, OR 97702 (Near the Nike Outlet Store) HOURS: Wednesday -Sunday 7am- 3pm (Closed Mondays & Tuesdays)

In addition, a few pieces from Dominique's comprehensive Forest Feast Collection may be found at LAYOR Art store: 

1000 NW Wall Street, Suite 110
Bend, OR 97703 Phone #:  541-322-0421 Hours: Monday- Friday 10-6, Saturday  10-5, Sunday  12-4

 

Sweet Serenity

Sweet Serenity

$1,500.00
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Variety and Simplicity

Variety and Simplicity

$1,499.00
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Forest of Light (Blue Sky, Peach and Copper Trees)

Forest of Light (Blue Sky, Peach and Copper Trees)

$1,400.00
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Love Finds A Way (Forest Feast)
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Love Finds A Way (Forest Feast)

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Painted Horse, Turquoise Monarch Morpho
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Painted Horse, Turquoise Monarch Morpho

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Wise One (Owl in the Woods) - Fine Art Original
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Wise One (Owl in the Woods)

{"id":1886721867818,"title":"Wise One (Owl in the Woods)","handle":"wise-won","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcrylic, Gold \u0026amp; Silver Leaf on Canvas, 2019 (16\" x 40\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis playful painting features a Barred Owl, native to Central Oregon. I touch on metaphors approaching the idea that Wisdom, like the owl, is camouflaged; present but hidden. One seeks and one finds. Wisdom is better than silver and gold- but in fact, Wisdom will lead you to both. Why the eyes on the trees? Eyes show emotion- I like to think trees and nature has a spirit- or at least an identity. Aspen trees have very striking markings, which resemble eyes. This Barred Owl hides in an aspen tree, watching the world, at peace. The trees surrounding her are guardians of the forest, imbued with personalities and emotions.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-02-15T15:48:15-08:00","created_at":"2019-02-15T15:55:37-08:00","vendor":"DOMKO Fine Art","type":"Fine Art Original","tags":["aspen","barred owl","eyes","gold","owl","silver","tree"],"price":100000,"price_min":100000,"price_max":100000,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":14552443387946,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"Wise One (Owl in the Woods)","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":100000,"weight":5443,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2655\/4204\/products\/Wise_Won_Owl.jpg?v=1556770316","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2655\/4204\/products\/Wise_One_1.jpg?v=1556770316","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2655\/4204\/products\/Wise_One.jpg?v=1556770316"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2655\/4204\/products\/Wise_Won_Owl.jpg?v=1556770316","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Wise One (Owl in the Woods) - Fine Art Original","id":3018167517226,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.84,"height":3087,"width":2592,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2655\/4204\/products\/Wise_Won_Owl.jpg?v=1569452576"},"aspect_ratio":0.84,"height":3087,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2655\/4204\/products\/Wise_Won_Owl.jpg?v=1569452576","width":2592},{"alt":"Wise One (Owl in the Woods) - Fine Art Original","id":3018167451690,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":2.414,"height":1133,"width":2735,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2655\/4204\/products\/Wise_One_1.jpg?v=1569452576"},"aspect_ratio":2.414,"height":1133,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2655\/4204\/products\/Wise_One_1.jpg?v=1569452576","width":2735},{"alt":"Wise One (Owl in the Woods) - Fine Art Original","id":3018167484458,"position":3,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":2.551,"height":1266,"width":3230,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2655\/4204\/products\/Wise_One.jpg?v=1569452576"},"aspect_ratio":2.551,"height":1266,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2655\/4204\/products\/Wise_One.jpg?v=1569452576","width":3230}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcrylic, Gold \u0026amp; Silver Leaf on Canvas, 2019 (16\" x 40\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis playful painting features a Barred Owl, native to Central Oregon. I touch on metaphors approaching the idea that Wisdom, like the owl, is camouflaged; present but hidden. One seeks and one finds. Wisdom is better than silver and gold- but in fact, Wisdom will lead you to both. Why the eyes on the trees? Eyes show emotion- I like to think trees and nature has a spirit- or at least an identity. Aspen trees have very striking markings, which resemble eyes. This Barred Owl hides in an aspen tree, watching the world, at peace. The trees surrounding her are guardians of the forest, imbued with personalities and emotions.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Simple Beauties
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Simple Beauties

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Barbie's Adventure

Barbie's Adventure

$780.00
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Mirror Ponderings
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Mirror Ponderings

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It's just me, the paint, nature, and my Instagram Live. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"a7fih-0-0\"\u003eTrading privacy for recognition is part of our modern world. I'm part of it, and so are you. It's connection to you and dislocation to the private practice of painting. I believe it takes a balance of both to be a successful artist in the modern world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"a7fih-0-0\"\u003eRight now, in this stage of my career, success means to get out of work for an hour, to get out of my phone for five minutes, and simply create. I get the privilege of looking at God's beautiful masterpieces each day as I attempt to recreate what has already been perfected--the nature around us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"a7fih-0-0\"\u003eThis painting is my intuitive way of connecting with Bend. 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First grade, second grade, third grade, fourth grade, fifth grade and middle school all get an hour of art at The Club. When I am in the moment, I am totally into teaching. However, teaching art and making art are two completely different processes. Teaching is a science. It's calculated. It's planned. It's organized. To be a good teacher, one must control most of the variables to produce a specific outcome: learning and fun. (The children are variables in and of themselves. I couldn't possibly control them, however I know that I can influence them.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe teacher within me is the giver. The artist in me is the consumer. At different times each day, each character finds great joy in play. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"a7fih-0-0\"\u003eOn my lunch break- I truly eat the food of nature. Yes, my body eats a salad on-the-go, or the occasional (weekly... daily?) slice of pizza from Pizza Mondo, but really, painting, for me, is about consuming. My soul feeds on creating. I devour nature around me. I long for time to be a great pizza pie that I can consume bite by bite, brushstroke by brushstroke, making it last as long as I still have an appetite. I wish time was physical and tangible and I could buy more of it, and amass a minute-militia of which I can spend my way. You know you love doing something when the hours feel like minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"a7fih-0-0\"\u003eAnd so, during my lunch break, I hobble over to Mirror Pond and set up my clunky Michael's-brand easel at the foot of majesty--Mirror Pond. Some days, I'll be disrupted by the band of hippies when a rogue banjo player walks over and surprises me with a red rose. (Where did he get that?) Other days, I'm alone--soaking in the stillness, trying to calm my anxious soul from the frenetic energy of being surrounded by 200 screaming, laughing, dancing, pouting, pool-playing, lego-toting children. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"a7fih-0-0\"\u003eThese times are the best. It's just me, the paint, nature, and my Instagram Live. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"a7fih-0-0\"\u003eTrading privacy for recognition is part of our modern world. I'm part of it, and so are you. It's connection to you and dislocation to the private practice of painting. I believe it takes a balance of both to be a successful artist in the modern world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"a7fih-0-0\"\u003eRight now, in this stage of my career, success means to get out of work for an hour, to get out of my phone for five minutes, and simply create. I get the privilege of looking at God's beautiful masterpieces each day as I attempt to recreate what has already been perfected--the nature around us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"a7fih-0-0\"\u003eThis painting is my intuitive way of connecting with Bend. This is how I discover nature, and the people who live here. So if you are in the neighborhood, and you see me sitting blissfully on my yoga mat with my purple gloves on, eating my nature pie, please do come say hello. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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