"As an artist, I am drawn to subjects in nature and life that move me emotionally. With inspiration from walks on the beach, kayaking along the salt marshes, exploring cities, or spending time with loved ones - color, movement, texture, and light are combined to create expressive and poetic compositions in my art.

I enjoy creating large-scale expressive paintings that capture the essence of the subject matter. My Coastal Landscapes and Salt Life Reflections are greatly inspired by my travels to the Eastern Shores of Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. I also delight in explorations of figurative paintings - with crowds, marches, and portraits of people who inspire me.  I use bold brush strokes and vibrant color to create a presence, feeling, or state of mind.

BIO:

Dianna Poindexter is an expressionistic painter who lives and works in the Washington, DC, and Rehoboth Beach, DE, areas. Her dedication as an activist for civil rights and environmental protection inspires her work. While in the DC area, she paints events associated with civil liberties and political movements. She uses color and bold brush strokes to capture emotion and moments in history. While on the eastern shore, Dianna turns to nature and paints life on and around the coast including the wetlands, ocean, and vintage wooden boats. Her unique style captures light, movement, and the poetic beauty of nature. Dianna stays true to her values and only uses water soluble oil paints since they are safe for the environment and non-toxic.

Professionally trained, Dianna holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Moore College of Art & Design in Philadelphia PA. Her work has been exhibited in numerous galleries in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware. Her work was also featured in several publications and can be found in many private collections. 

Dianna is originally from Scottsdale, AZ. She was drawn to the east coast where she relocated over thirty years ago. As her art depicts, Dianna is an activist at heart. She feels strongly about justice, respect, and compassion for all living beings. She lives with her wife (Margo), rescue dog (Lily Pad), and mother/daughter rescue cats (Macy Gray and Squeak) in a home full of love and inspiration."