Pamela Nielsen Contemporary Art

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all.

"balanced LOVE" is one of four print versions from the same original painting. I was inspired to paint this heart on a satin soft green acrylic substrate. It just calms me--like the feel of fresh grass underfoot. And the vision of beautiful trees--especially palm trees!

Green is a symbol of rebirth. It’s the color of youth, prosperity, growth and progress. And physically, the color green has a relaxing, calming effect on our bodies which contributes to increased focus and balance.

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all.

"BE LOVE" was the first heart I painted in this collection!  The original painting is 54"x32".  I wanted to encompass all shades of color because, to me, each of our hearts resonates to a different color.  That gives us our energetic signature.  We are so unique and individual, yet our energies are ONE.  And we get to BE LOVE in our own special way.  

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all.

I painted "compassionate LOVE" using taupe and silver metallic paints because of their gentleness and calming effect.  Taupe inherits a natural type of warmth and organic down-to-earthness as well.  Throughout my life, I have learned that when I don't understand someone--it's because I haven't opened my heart to view them from their perspective--what they have been through or where they come for.  When I do, I tend to experience compassion and empathy for them.  Life can be tough.    

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all.

The original of "creative LOVE" was painted using taupe and silver metallic paints because of their gentleness and calming effect.  I love this heart so much, I wanted to add some spice to it!  So I shifted the color to orange in photoshop for this print.  Orange is such a creative, exciting color!  It really helps my creative juices to flow!  Frank Sinatra said it best, "Orange is the happiest color".  I couldn't agree more . . . except I think yellow is the happiest color too!  

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses all of us.

I painted "divine LOVE" on lavender satin acrylic inspired by my lavender dream--a walk with God. Divinity. https://pamelanielsen.com/blogs/news

Violet/lavender is the color of enlightenment, grace, and divine love. There's just something about lavender that penetrates into my soul. I can feel it when I paint on it and with it. A reverent peace comes over me. It's a very sacred color to me. Leonardo Da Vinci said, “Our power will increase tenfold if we meditated under the violet stained glass windows in the cathedral.” I just love that.

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all.

I painted "earthy LOVE" with Mother Earth in mind. Her beauty envelops us in love and supports us continually. I love the look and feel of deep rich soil. It grounds me. My husband used to play professional baseball for the Yankees and White Sox, and he makes the dirt in our yard look like a ballpark. lol We have the best dirt on the block!

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all.

The original of "free-Spirited LOVE" was painted using taupe and silver metallic paints because of their gentleness and calming effect. I love this heart so much, I wanted to add some spice to it! So I shifted the color to neon/hot pink in photoshop for this print. "free-Spirited LOVE" is me! I love how it makes me feel. To me it represents enthusiasm, fascination, happiness, creativity, determination, attraction, success, encouragement, and stimulation. 

And one night recently, after coming home from a hospital stay for Covid, I was given a jolt of neon pink in my dreams in the form of sea salts-it made me feel so vibrant, alive and happy!  The healing vibration of color at work!  It was amazing!

NOTE:  The MATTE METAL print is not as vibrant as GLOSS METAL or PAPER PRINT.  

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language.  It encompasses us all.  

"generous LOVE" is one of four print versions from the same original painting. I was inspired to paint this heart on a satin soft green acrylic substrate. It just calms me--like the feel of fresh grass underfoot. And the vision of beautiful trees--especially palm trees!

Green is a symbol of rebirth. It’s the color of youth, prosperity, generosity, growth and progress. And physically, the color green has a relaxing, calming effect on our bodies which contributes to increased focus and balance.

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all!

"God's LOVE" is one of three print versions from the same original painting. The original was painted in aqua colors--but then I decided to shift the colors to lavender for another print-- inspired by my lavender dream I had walking with God. It was life changing.  

READ ABOUT THIS PIECE - My Lavender Dream https://pamelanielsen.com/blogs/news

Violet assists those who seek the meaning of life and spiritual fulfillment - it expands our awareness, connecting us to higher consciousness. For this reason, it is associated with the transformation of the soul.

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all.

"growing LOVE" is the original version of four print versions from the same painting.  I was inspired to paint this heart on a satin soft green acrylic substrate. It just calms me--like the feel of fresh grass underfoot. And the vision of beautiful trees--especially palm trees!

Green is a symbol of rebirth. It’s the color of youth, prosperity, growth and progress. And physically, the color green has a relaxing, calming effect on our bodies which contributes to increased focus and balance.

The original painting of this print "heavenly LOVE" was painted green.  I love this heart so much I decided to shift the color to a muted lavender inspired by my lavender dream--a walk with God.  https://pamelanielsen.com/blogs/news

Violet/lavender is the color of enlightenment, grace, and divine love. There's just something about lavender that penetrates into my soul. I can feel it when I paint on it and with it. A reverent peace comes over me. It's a very sacred color to me. Leonardo Da Vinci said, “Our power will increase tenfold if we meditated under the violet stained glass windows in the cathedral.” I just love that.

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all.

The original of "luxury LOVE" was painted using taupe and silver metallic paints because of their gentleness and calming effect.  I love this heart so much, I wanted to add various hues to it. So I shifted the color to rose pink in photoshop for this print.  It's such a luxurious color to me.  Very rich in tone.  Such beauty.  

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all. 

I LOVE neon colors. They make me SO happy. I love the way they look on my skin in the summertime. And how they make me feel. So I had to paint a neon heart.  Neon colors represent enthusiasm, fascination, happiness, creativity, determination, attraction, success, encouragement, and stimulation. There you go. That says it all!

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all.

"ocean LOVE" is the original version of three prints from the same original painting. I am such an ocean lover and these specific colors remind me of the waters in Sardinia and Samoa. Its energy brings me such peace, serenity, clarity, openness, expansion, endless possibilities . . . I could go on and on! One day I will be living by the ocean. I can't wait.

I was asked to create images for a project on diversity and inclusivity. I pondered for weeks as to what to paint, and when I entered my studio, hearts began pouring out of me. I couldn't stop! LOVE is the universal language. It encompasses us all.

I painted "ONE LOVE" in honor of the LBGTQ community.  Adding a stroke of brown, black and white representing all races.  We truly are "ONE LOVE"--our souls are LOVE.  Sometimes we have to dig deep to find it.