Blair Saxon-Hill returned to oil painting recently after more than ten years of working exclusively with found materials and fabrics. In her work, she embraces the unforeseen opportunities of working directly on the blank canvas instead of using preliminary sketches, allowing each artwork to evolve organically and intuitively. A diverse collection of unconventional and often queer characters emerge from her canvases, evoking tender feelings and wistful longing. Lately, the artist has been adding still lifes of flowers at various stages of their lives to her repertoire. These overflowing and energetic arrangements are full of hope, reflecting an appreciation for life and its interconnectedness.