My early compass was steeped in the Japanese Culture. A culture of art, history, and fantastical lore. I still dream and paint about these memories. Now I find myself, in this beautiful place called Taos, and I admit, my life is rich beyond measure. A happy home, wonderful encouraging friends and a family both given and created.

My work is informed by nature, the beauty, the grace, the fury, something so far beyond myself. Things I see and feel applied to canvas, wood or metal. My painting technique is chemistry, and regardless of the endless thought and preparation of each subject the control is in the technique itself. The density of the paint, how I manipulate the weight, or apply fire to tease out the lighter colors, the result always holds surprises. My subjects give me the clues about which colors to use but they are always applied in layers from light to heavy, using transparent glazes to add intensity or mood. I desperately want my paintings to feel and look spontaneous and energetic but I often work and re-work a canvas many times before I feel satisfied with the result.

The Spotlighted paintings presented, September 3, 2026 at the Taos Valley Lodge and continuing throughout the Taos Studio Tour are new. Some are 3D, some are seasonal representing the hikes and meadows that surround us, and some come straight from my heart echoes. I hope you like them!

Email: dorothyelaineromo1@gmail.com

Website: arisenfromtheforestfloor.com

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