Artist Statement
Nature has always been my greatest inspiration, especially flowers. Growing up, I watched my mother spend hours tending to her garden, nurturing each plant with care. I was captivated by the way they transformed with the seasons— from delicate buds in spring to full, vibrant blooms in summer. This early connection to nature shaped me, and I often found myself drawing and painting the flowers that surrounded me.
This series is a tribute to those formative moments, a reflection of the flora that left such a lasting impression on my life. I wanted to capture the organic beauty of flowers with expressive, free-flowing brushstrokes, allowing the movement of the paint to echo the natural rhythms of growth and change. These paintings are more than just depictions of nature; they are a feeling—one that brings me back to the warmth and familiarity of home.
Biography
Lindsay Cocquit has been creating art for as long as she can remember. With a deep passion for both artistry and education, she pursued a double major in art and education at Monmouth College and has spent the past 14 years inspiring young artists as a high school art teacher.
Growing up surrounded by the beauty of nature, Lindsay developed a profound connection to flora, a theme that continues to influence her work today. Her mother’s love for gardening sparked her fascination with plants, and she spent countless hours observing and capturing their transformation from seed to bloom. This admiration for organic beauty is evident in her artwork, which often features delicate floral elements and natural forms.
Lindsay’s artistic practice is diverse, spanning a variety of 2D mediums, including watercolors, acrylics, oils, charcoal, and colored pencils. She also enjoys working in mixed media collage, layering textures and materials to create depth and emotion. Most recently, she has been exploring the creative practice of art journaling, using it as a space for experimentation and personal expression.
Through her work, Lindsay seeks to celebrate the quiet beauty of nature while continuously evolving as an artist.