Abstract expressionist Ann Shogren depicts vivid landscapes and paints tapestries of colors that have simultaneously calming and rejuvenating effects on her audiences. Having lived in Iowa, Utah, and the California Wine Country, Shogren draws inspiration from the landscapes that surround her, creating energetic, colorful compositions that seem to have their own life upon the canvas. Shogren lives and works in Paso Robles, California. Though Shogren begins each painting with a plan, she allows herself room to change and adapt to what she feels the painting requires to capture the energy of the surrounding landscape. The carefully chosen colors -which contrast, compliment, and clash with each other all at the same time- give life to Shogren’s paintings and create the dynamism that viewers find so compelling and relatable.