JAYNE LIBBY SIMSA mostly self taught abstract artist since 2001, Jayne Libby Sims studied intensely with world renowned abstract expressionist Frank Arnold (Fresno, CA and Los Cabos, Mx ) during 2010 and 2011, gaining new insights into the world of abstract expressionism. The result of that, her birds starting with “Frank Bird” (sold July 2011) and also her unconventional faces, led her followers down a new and exciting path, culminating in 2017/18 with her fresh, free flowing abstract flowers. Now facing an uncertain 2020, Libby is revisiting her roots and love of figurative /abstract work, continuing her work with flowers, while exploring ink and watercolour sketchbooking during the early mornings. Her work continues to sell well during this uncertain year. ARTIST STATEMENTIn 2020 I continue to learn, enjoy, and most of all, be committed to my work. I start each painting by making a mess……then I fix it**. By the time I’ve made the mess, I’m warmed up, my “go to”piece of music, Rhapsody on a theme of Paganini is on repeat and I’m painting from deep within. This did not come easy, but I’m there now. Thank you Frank. My work over the years has been shown in a number of places, including……Resident artist currently at Arta Gallery including a solo show in 2013 “ART DOESN’T HAVE TO MATCH THE COUCH”. Also artist of the month in 2013.