Margaret Archambault

I paint my experiences of the world and its inhabitants with color and texture through a filter rooted in memory and the echo of emotional characteristics related to individuals (who often become characters in my work) alongside past events, situations and relationships. Through a combination of abstract figuration, abstract expressionism and collage, I share that which is personal in an allegorical / narrative manner that invites the viewer to discover solutions, consider the relationship between the past and present and to ultimately appreciate, or at the very least recognize the universal between us all. Life living isn’t easy and my work is an attempt to plow through life’s obstacles and complications with authenticity and commonality at the same time. Our common, relatable experiences demonstrate that we are all simply trying to live our best lives and that we all cast a human shadow in the sun. I believe that great things come from strong individuals who live each day being the best version of themselves and this vision is incorporated throughout my work. ​​I’ve been tackling these types of issues with a variety of materials including Oil paint, Oil crayons, Spray Paint, Ink, Colored Pencil, Acrylic, Pastels and Authentic Vintage/Antique paper for more than 30 years.