Art in Motion: Lucy Synk is Keeping it REAL with her Artwork Displayed on CATA's Bus
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
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Drawing inspiration from all sorts of things in the world, Lucy Synk’s artwork can focus on realism or plunge into the world of fantasy. Her passion and commitment to the creative world is part of an extensive and personal journey.
Even though her artistic style has evolved over the years doing a variety of training in different art mediums including portraiture and still life, she has always had a passion for art.
“I’ve always been drawing and painting my whole life. It was just sort of a given that this is what I was going to be doing, and I just love painting,” Synk said.
For Synk, creating art is more than a profession; it’s a meditative and spiritual endeavor. The complexity of her pieces helps her navigate her own personal challenges and emotions.
“It can be therapeutical, especially if I’m playing with mixed media or a still life or a palette knife. And the more complicated pieces do kind of give me a purpose in life. They help me connect to people,” Synk said.
One of Synk’s most exciting artworks, Farmers Market, is displayed on one of CATA’s Art in Motion buses. Inspired by jigsaw puzzles, this masterpiece is meaningful as it seeks to accurately represent a more diverse America. Shifting the narrative was her priority when creating this work to be more inclusive.
“I really think it’s important to try to image a diverse America in a positive way. There’s a lot of anger going on right now, and rightfully so, but I wanted to sort of picture what is we’re working towards, what it is we’re hoping for,” Synk said.
In a world rife with negativity and conflict, Synk’s art serves as a beacon of hope. She hopes to instill a strong sense of joy among the everyday activities that people of different backgrounds share together.
“Not only rejoice in diversity but rejoice in life. Seek the beauty that’s hiding in plain sight,” Synk said.
With a keen eye for realism, Synk’s artistic journey is a testament to the power of creativity to foster an inclusive community. Through her vivid artwork, she reminds us to envision the beauty in diversity and a better future for our world.
Keep your eyes peeled for Lucy Synk’s beautifully realistic art scene on one of our CATA buses. The Arts Council of Greater Lansing and CATA’s partnership have helped display Capital City Region’s local art scene through the Art in Motion campaign.
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