Audra Meckstroth

About the Artist

In her most recent work, Audra uses digitally manipulated photographs of the environment around her as the basis for her paintings. Her understanding of visual design concepts and color theory are evident in her work. By connecting photography, graphic design, and painting, Audra has found authenticity in her art practice. Audra works out of Rockville, MD. “Aligning my skills has shifted my relationship with my art, providing a level of fulfillment that was missing from my previous work and allowing me to enjoy the process of creating.”

Artist's Statement

I accept the environments we create to be the truest reflection of who we are. My fascination with people compels me to paint contemporary landscapes and street scenes that often depict natural and manmade elements. Painting a building is to hint at the unseen people living and working in that space and the anonymous teams of people who planned, designed, and built these structures. My work is semi-abstract. I test the line between tension and harmony in my use of color and composition. There are recognizable forms mixed with completely abstract elements. I liken it to finding recognizable shapes in clouds, empowering the viewer to fill in the gaps with their unique perspective.