Soft pastels are the hallmark of Matzke's art and this remains the favorite medium of this Camano Island artist. "The last few years my imagery in my paintings has been exploring the human figure (nude fragments)," she said. "I am still exploring and continuing with my series' of architectural landscapes with a color-field eye. Both series reflect the strong and sometimes dramatic use of light." She's also begin to work in stainless steel. "Being an artist allows one to continue to learn, grow, explore and be challenged," said Matzke, co-owner with Jack Gunter of History of the World Fine Arts Gallery on Camano Island.


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