Susan Meeks Artist Statement: My work explores the vibrant and emotional spectrum through the delicate medium of floral imagery. I paint flowers to capture various moods. Each bloom is not merely a representation of nature's beauty, but a symbol of the myriad of emotions that people experience. In my paintings, fresh flowers serve as a metaphor for life's moments and the intensity of human emotions. The freshness of flowers symbolizes new beginnings and hope. Intricate layers and delicate petals represent love, passion and light. Through this interplay of color and form my art seeks to convey connections between nature, emotion and the human spirit.
Susan Meeks is a native Houstonian. She is passionate about oil painting, specializing in large scale florals. She was inspired to start painting florals when she began photographing flowers on her daily walks. Susan is an early childhood educator and teaches at a private school in Houston. She is a member of the Lassaulx studio in Houston, Texas.
Susan graduated from HCC with honors with a degree in Fine Arts. She studied at the Glassell School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Susan Meeks also studied at the University of St. Thomas.
In the United States, the Magnolia tree symbolizes luck and stability. It's a staple in Southern gardens and delights people with its flowers in the early to mid-spring. In the east, the white blooms of the magnolia represent nobility and purity, while many of its parts are used in traditional folk medicine. The purple-shaded magnolia flower signifies many things. It is a symbol of royalty, dignity, and pride. This magnolia color symbolizes extravagance, spirituality, and even mystery. It is also linked to dignity, nobility, courage, and power.
