Favorite Things
With her keen eye of observation, Gayle Garner Roski finds beauty in our surroundings that most people overlooked in today’s fast-paced existence. Paying closer attention to objects of everyday life reveals an array of brilliant new colors, which she celebrates with her close-up detailed work. With her watercolor paintings of objects that have captivated her imagination, Gayle uses patterned borders and acrylic frames, which act as windows that invite the viewer into her world.
Ribbons
Gayle Garner Roski’s first solo exhibition featured a series of ribbon paintings. Ribbons are one of those little things in life that have been a continual source of joy for the artist, as they symbolize the generosity of giving and hope for new beginnings, as the final touch for gifts wrapped for many of life’s most memorable events is a ribbon tied with love.
Food
Color is everywhere in Third World Country Markets. Markets are for parties and are festive. Women wear their finest clothing and jewelry. The Market is a place where everyone has a splendid time. I have been fortunate to travel to many Third World Countries and have enjoyed painting the many colorful markets of the world.
Scarves
Because her colorful watercolor imagery translates beautifully to fabric, Gayle Garner Roski has been commissioned to create original artwork to create fashionable scarves. A few examples can be seen in this gallery.
Thoroughbred
This new series, being created for a special exhibition that will be presented at the 80-year-old race track in the fall of 2016, sets out to capture the pageantry of thoroughbred racing. Nestled near the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, Santa Anita Park is considered by many to be the most beautiful race track in the world and host to some of the most prominent racing events.
The Selfie
Roski believes that artists, who are inherently observers, have a lot in common with cultural anthropologists, as both are adept at noticing and commenting on trends in society. With this body of work, “The Selfie,” the artist explores the current selfie craze and the unwavering desire to record one’s own personal history.