ARTIST STATEMENT
Isabelle Camillo Engelson’s art is a poignant exploration of the poetic nuances within memories. Inspired by her profound connection with her grandfather, she delves into the emotive tapestry of shared moments, particularly the act of sitting side by side at the table. Engelson encapsulates the essence of these intimate memories, using the table as a central motif—a vessel for shared stories and familial bonds. Her work is a delicate dance between the tangible and ephemeral, translating visceral emotions into visual form through color, texture, and composition. Engelson invites viewers to step into the ethereal realm of her recollections, reflecting on universal themes of love, legacy, and time’s passage. Her goal is to create a journey through the corridors of memory, where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary, and sitting at the table becomes a timeless ritual of connection and shared humanity.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Isabelle Camillo Engelson, a lifelong painter hailing from Connecticut, has embarked on an artistic journey, seeking to discover her true self within the realm of her creations. With a background as an art teacher and the Head of Education at an art museum, Engelson’s love for art extends beyond the canvas. However, her heart finds its truest expression in the synthesis of painting and poetry. In the ethereal world of her paintings, she embarks on a journey into the realm of dreams and the verses of her own mind. Her work is a fusion of two expressive art forms: poetry and painting. As she immerses herself in the vivid narratives, she strives to capture their dream-like qualities and blur the boundaries between reality and the subconscious. The process of translating these poetic musings into visual art is a deeply intuitive one. She lets her emotions guide me, allowing the painting to evolve organically as she responds to each brushstroke and color choice. It is a dance between the conscious and subconscious, much like the delicate balance between words and silence in poetry. Through her work, she hopes to inspire viewers to reconnect with their own dreams and inner narratives. Just as poems can transport us to other worlds, her paintings serve as portals to a surreal and introspective realm where the boundaries of reality are malleable, and the experiences of life are intertwined with poetic thoughts.
© Isabelle Camillo Engelson