Rebecca 'Bec' Bookwalter
I am a multidisciplinary artist working primarily in painting and photography. My practice blends abstract expression with figurative and botanical elements, using color, texture, and form to capture deeply personal emotions and lived experiences.
While my work has evolved over the years, my focus remains the same: to create pieces that resonate on an emotional level and invite viewers to connect through shared human stories. I have shown my work in regional exhibitions, participated in local creative markets, and been recognized for my fine art, photography, and designs.
Artist Statement
My art is a visual language that explores the intersection of emotion, memory, and the natural world. Through painting and photography, I weave together botanical forms, figurative elements, and abstraction to express experiences that often feel beyond words.
I am drawn to moments of stillness and transformation, whether found in the delicate petals of a flower, the subtle gestures of a figure, or the interplay of color and texture. These elements become vessels for the feelings and the stories I carry, inviting viewers to pause, reflect, and connect with their memories and emotions.
Living with chronic illness has deepened my appreciation for the small, fleeting moments of beauty and resilience. My work aims to honor these moments by transforming them into enduring visual narratives that speak universally.
Contact
https://becbookwalter.com
bec@becbookwalter.com
@becbookwalter
Interview
What inspires your art practice and keeps you motivated?
Art is therapeutic for me. It allows me to express myself in ways I would struggle to put into words. It also allows me to reflect the world the way I see it. I'm inspired by the world within me and by the world around me. I'm motivated by a deep need to express myself and share my experiences in hopes of helping others, even if it's just to experience something beautiful in our world.
How does your mission as an artist influence the work you create?
My mission is to express myself in an authentic way, even if it's difficult. My work is more about the expression and often what it reveals to me. I allow my work to be what it needs to be. I have found that I do not like the work that I try to force or overthink, but instead prefer the work that I allow to flow from me without judgment.
Can you share a key part of your creative process that helps you stay focused?
It's not uncommon for me to lose focus, but I have found the key is to remain open to allowing my creative process to be what it needs to be. I try not to place any rules or restrictions on how, when, or even what I create. If I feel inspired by something new, I try not to judge or overthink and just focus on the process.
What mindset tip do you rely on to overcome challenges in your art career?
I find meditation helpful. I also try to approach my art without judgment. A good therapist has been helpful in maintaining a healthy outlook on all aspects of my life, including my art and art business. I also think it's important to allow the work to be the top priority, and not try to force it to be something else just because it might sell better.
How do you hope your art impacts the world or your community?
The best compliment I can receive as an artist is that someone feels something when they see my art. It doesn't have to be what I see or intended, but the connection itself is what matters. Viewing people having a moment with my work in a way that I recognize, as I have had similar moments with art I've viewed, is truly something special. I hope that my work speaks to people in a way that touches their soul and gives them something they needed in that moment.
