Marcia Cooper - Painter

My paintings often focus on figures that fit comfortably within the colors, shapes and textures of the natural landscape. The aim is to instill a feeling of contentment as we settle into quiet moments by ourselves or while interacting with companions in these serene surroundings.  At other times, my paintings envision the surreal walls of architectural structures with the fabric of the earth appearing to unfold from one step to the next.   

   My work has been heading in a direction that aims to engage people to think about sustainable and diverse housing options, while prioritizing the protection of our precious natural resources.

   Recent shows include RE Focus Gallery in Newton Highlands: the Art of Healing at the Nathaniel Allen House in West Newton; An ongoing exhibit of my work is at the Luckart Gallery in Auburndale and Brookline Saving Bank in Newtonville; Previous exhibits include the New England Biolabs Gallery in Ipswich: Mass General Yawkey Cancer Center in Boston; the Acton Public Library (solo show); Brookline Bank in Newton Highlands; Suzuki School of Music in Newton; Berry Dunn in Waltham; New Art Centre Satellite Gallery in West Newton; Newton City Hall.  Will be showing 15 paintings at the Cambridge Common Restaurant in Porter  Square, Cambridge in April 2024.