Lisa Kovner’s images preserve a moment in time most people would over look and disregard. Her captured vignettes force you to evaluate and contemplate the private moments of every day life. Lisa manages to find herself in the right place at the right time—a photographic kismet. She is a visitor, yet intimately involved in the scene. Her work manifests itself in two ways: through traditional prints and photo sculpture. She also shoots commercially and accepts private commissions.
The prints shown are from Lisa’s travels in the United States and the United Kingdom.
While growing up in New England, I spent countless hours in school and at home drafting and rendering architectural landmarks in pen and watercolor. After High School, there was a long gap of time when I did not pick up a brush or pen while I was pursuing my science career (I hold a doctorate in toxicology). Finally, the urge to create art was too strong and I began, in 1987, to paint impressionistic landscapes. One painting led to another, and before I knew it I was back in school earning credit toward a fine arts degree. The formal training I had in art school solidified my technique of course, but more importantly, it forced me to think about what was really important for me to express in my work. When people ask me what I paint, I usually just tell them I paint abstract landscapes. What I really mean to say is that these paintings are a glimpse into my personal thoughts, heart and soul.