High Spirits – A New Mixed Media Painting

Infused with bold colour and dynamic texture, High Spirits is a celebration of creativity, optimism, and new beginnings. Created with oil paint and mixed media, this 30” x 24” piece embodies my philosophy of optimism through colour while marking the joy of working in my wonderful new studio. The interplay of hues and forms reflects the uplifting energy that fuels my artistic journey, inviting viewers to experience the movement and emotion within the canvas.

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My Optimism of Color Blog

Every Tuesday and Friday, I post a photo or piece of art that I’ve created that reflects what I call the Optimism of Color. Through vibrant colors and bold visceral forms, these works shout out my joy at being alive, and my good fortune at being able to continue to make art after surviving five cardiac arrests in one night in 2011.

Each of the images I post brings a smile to my face. I hope they bring you similar joy and laughter through the Optimism of Color.

All photos © Linda Joyce Ott 2025

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