Color Alchemy
process, material, color
“My process emerged from scientific experiments in the studio, but the artwork comes to life with the physicality of movement - an interaction between myself, the materials, and the laws of gravity and matter.”
Renee Phillips
As a process-based artist, I often turn the art studio into a science lab. I manipulate enamel, latex and spray paint to achieve sculptural like results that droop, ripple, crack and pool on the surface.
Further engaging the elements of heat, wind, water and gravity, I push paint to its limit. I allow each color to display its individual ‘signature effect’, which is studied, layered and re-worked to reveal highly tactile and seductive surfaces that characterize my contemporary color field paintings.
“The uniqueness of Phillips’ process arrests movement and allows paint to visually dazzle viewers in refreshing and visceral ways that feel like new ground is being broken.”
Parker Daley, Pen + Brush Gallery
upcoming exhibitions and collaborations
Upstate Art Weekend
ADS Warehouse, Newburgh, NY
June 25th - 29th, 2026
A group exhibition celebrating 4 years of collaboration and idea exploration with the Vantage Point artists + mentors, Heidi Norton and Kate Steciw.
Curated by Becca Vitarelle.
“Chromatic Frequencies”
Armory Art Center, West Palm Beach
September 9th - October 2026
This season opening solo show will showcase work spanning the past decade of color and material exploration. From the “Meditation Studies” that opened the doorway to paint sculpting over a decade ago, to her newest series, Phenomenon, using a reductive technique exploring color auras.
“Color Field of Northwood”
Public Art Commission
Public Opening, 2026
Artist and designer of “Color Field of Northwood” the tallest mural in West Palm Beach. Commissioned by Affiliated Development, for the City of West Palm Beach’s Public Art Program. Offical ribbon cutting event is forthcoming.
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