About doroThea Knapp-Baker
Born February 12, 1956, Norwalk, CT. Grew up in Westport CT, lived there until age 18. Studied theater and art at Staples High School. Attended Emerson College in Boston and Antioch College in Ohio, graduated 1979, Eduction Degree. Has shown artwork throughout the Berkshires, Boston, Connecticut.
Studied art with Lois Van Cleef for 10 years in Western, MA.
Artist statement
I have been a practicing artist since I was five. I have always loved looking at nature, animals, trees, etc. and then to replicate that vibrant energy and vision was quite a fun challenge!
For me, art has always been a lonely means of creativity, escape, and reflective communication. I love this quote:
“My art is a way of praying and crying at the same time…and the highest expression of love and solitude.”
- Guayasamin