East Bay artist Allison Allessio confidently practices both traditional modes of representation as deployed in her still lives, and more contemporary approaches seen in her abstract works. An astute sense of color and light ties both bodies of work together, and a less is more approach results in compositions that are vibrant and rich, yet come across with a light and elegant demeanor. She describes her mission to "create works that offer healing and solace to those who encounter them. I believe in art's extraordinary power to elevate us beyond the ordinary, encouraging us to appreciate the beauty in the mundane and to recognize the delicate threads of existence. Nature inspires my creativity, particularly its captivating color palettes."