Donna Young

Donna Young’s distinct style is influenced by a wide array of cultures, eras, and techniques she has encountered throughout her career. She explains, “I push myself to evolve and learn from the medium itself. I love accidents, and how the unpredictability of materials often guide me to meaningful conclusions.” Donna moves away from traditional representational oil painting by using the two-dimensional canvas to mimic the depth of “atmospheric perspective.” With bold colors and fluid structures, her work poses the question: What lies above? The viewer, through reflections, is invited to form their own answers.

Her paintings present three planes of existence—vertical skies, horizontal waters, and organic material—that seem to float together in a harmonious space. By blending these elements, Donna creates a juxtaposition of vibrant yet peaceful energy, capturing the spirit of nature in its most intrinsic form.

Using sparkling tones set in lush landscapes and opulent water reflections, Donna layers textures that connect the viewer to the beauty of the natural world. While she approaches each painting with a vision, she embraces the unexpected twists of the process, seeing them as opportunities for inspiration rather than failures. Painting for Donna is a meditative act, where she surrenders to the creative flow. “My work has a melody that sings in an array of colors with a spiritual feel,” she says. “I let the composition and colors guide me to create lasting visual poetry. These are reflections of my soul.”