Artist Statement
My work is an intimate exploration of the native ecosystems found throughout the Piedmont, Appalachian foothills and area mountains. Working primarily in pen and ink, I create highly detailed studies of the natural world, focusing on trees, forested landscapes, complex riverbanks, and cascades.
For me, the act of drawing is an act of conservation. By capturing the subtle, often overlooked intricacies of nature, I seek to bear witness to the fragile beauty of our environment. In our hyper-connected world, my goal is to slow down and document the natural record. Through these black-and-white botanical and habitat studies, I invite the viewer to pause, look closer, and recognize the vital importance of preserving the wild spaces that remain.
Artist Bio
Stacy-Ann Searle is a landscape artist who uses pen and ink to create detailed drawings in black and white.
Stacy-Ann is a member of the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators and the American Society of Botanical Artists. The goal of her work is to bring an awareness of the natural world to the viewer in hopes of encouraging them to unplug from the noise of our ever-connected world and spend more time connecting with nature.
She is a juried artist who has participated in exhibitions both nationally and internationally and has work in private collections throughout the United States and overseas.
Searle began her art education by taking workshops at the Massachusetts College of Art in Boston Massachusetts. She later earned a BA in Art from the University of Lowell, Lowell Massachusetts, where her focus was on Illustration.
Originally from New England, she now calls Chapel Hill, North Carolina home.