ME + YOU
"What did you think of me when you first met me?"
Beth Winterburn’s painting delves into the lasting effects of first impressions and how they shape our perceptions and relationships. We recount these moments throughout our lives—some first impressions remain our only connection with others, while others lead to deeper interactions. Are first impressions redeemable? Can we offer second chances, or has our fast-paced society made that a rarity? What allows us to revisit past encounters that didn’t go as hoped and leave room for a new beginning?
In this piece, Winterburn explores these questions through a play of awkwardness, tension, and, at times, delight. The marks in this artwork may strive toward a resolution, while others effortlessly merge, even extending beyond the edges of the canvas—suggesting that the story continues beyond the frame.
This artwork invites you to reflect on your own experiences with first impressions, and how they shape the way we engage with the world and one another.
Materials: Ink and Acrylic on Raw Canvas
Size: 48 x 60 in | 152 x 122 cm | Canvas Depth 1.5 in
SIGNATURE & CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY
This original work by Beth Winterburn is hand-signed by the artist and comes with a certificate of authenticity. A mark of its provenance, this piece reflects Beth Winterburn’s exceptional artistry and growing recognition.
Rare & Unique: Limited Availability
This rare and singular composition stands alone as the only one of its kind, a true testament to Beth Winterburn’s creative vision and meticulous craftsmanship. An exceptional opportunity for collectors, it offers a unique and irreplaceable addition to any collection.
ORIGINAL ART COLLECTION: FINAL SALE
This one-of-a-kind artwork is offered as a final sale, reflecting its rarity and exclusivity. Due to its unique nature, returns cannot be accommodated.
SHIPPING & RETURNS INFORMATION
This artwork ships from Memphis, Tennessee.
International shipments may be subject to customs duties, taxes, or other fees imposed by the destination country, which are the sole responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise specified. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure that the artwork can be legally imported into their country, as certain materials may be subject to import restrictions.
Shipping costs are not included in the price of the artwork to ensure complete transparency regarding the value of the piece. A separate shipping quote will be provided based on the dimensions, weight, and destination of the artwork. Please note that a signature may be required upon delivery to confirm receipt.
ART PRESERVATION & CARE
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Artist’s Vision
BETH WINTERBURN
Beth’s work is defined by bold, gestural brushstrokes and a minimalist approach, creating compositions that are both dynamic and deliberate. Rooted in her analytical background in photography and architecture, she infuses each piece with a calculated structure—balancing light and dark, counting evens and odds, and visually dividing the canvas into thirds and fifths. These principles ground her work in a sense of order, while her intuitive use of colour, shape, line, and texture evokes the fluidity and complexity of human experience.
Her art explores interpersonal dynamics, with each stroke representing a memory, a moment, or an emotion. Beth’s paintings become a personal journal of both the past and the future—capturing the highs and lows of her journey, and the tension between longing and acceptance, conflict and serenity. Through her work, she tells a story of human relationships, translated through a visual language that communicates the depth of connection and disconnection.
Driven by a desire for transparency and vulnerability, Beth often leaves marks and paint strokes exposed, allowing them to speak for themselves. She sees these raw moments as integral to the emotional truth of the piece, reflecting the complexities and evolving nature of relationships. Line and colour serve as bridges, bringing cohesion and connectivity to seemingly unrelated gestures, while the process itself remains a central focus of her creative practice. For Beth, the journey is more significant than the final product—the collected moments, like relationships, unfold over time and carry the weight of personal transformation.