Norma Webb
Oils

An oil painter of romantically representational landscapes, Norma finds it exciting to be able to communicate her appreciation of nature to the viewer. She particularly enjoys painting the lush golden foothills, conveying the feeling of a fresh breeze softly moving the grass. Her rural roots are frequently revealed in her work.

Landscape painting became a passion in 1970 after moving to San Ramon where the rolling hills, oak trees and ranches were perfect subjects. Although a native Californian, she was raised in the San Joaquin Valley where the scenery was "rather flat!" She often ponders the question of what subjects she would be painting if she still lived in the great valley. "As far as I’m concerned, beautiful Northern California contains enough subject matter to fill a lifetime of painting."

Continuing her studies, she believes it is important to understand all aspects of art. Instructors who have greatly influenced Norma are Van Waldron, Kevin Macpherson, Joyce Pike, Ted Goerschner and Marie MacDonnell Roberts. Several years ago, she studied with E. John Robinson, believing that seascapes would be her ultimate subject. "But, after several years, I still felt completely intimidated by the never ending motion of the waves and surf and opted to admire the masters' works instead of trying to do it myself!"

A signature member of the Society of Western Artists, Norma is active in community related art activities and associations. She has received numerous awards in major juried exhibitions and has had many one person and group shows. Her paintings are in private and corporate collections across the U.S. and abroad.

Wildflower Fields

Ravenswood Main House

Foothills of Diablo

Eucalyptus at Edge of the Valley

You can see more of Norma Webb's artwork on her website at www.normawebb.com.