The Full Story Doesn't Exist

I begin with the recognition that the full story can’t be known. I start inside that uncertainty—knowing that what’s rendered will always be partial.

My work blends classical representation with abstraction, distortion, and psychological depth—pushing beyond realism without abandoning it. I inhabit the space between presence and absence, uncovering layered narratives that resist easy interpretation.

Figurative Paintings | The Whole Story Doesn't Exist

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A painting by Deborah Scott titled Balance, featuring a performer from Seattle’s Teatro ZinZanni. The performer stands poised with a purple ball in one hand and a green apple in the other, symbolizing the act of balancing life’s complexities. The background includes a fragmented sky and an unfinished wooden structure, reflecting themes of chaos, impermanence, and adaptability. The composition captures the elegance and resilience required to navigate unpredictability both on stage and in life.
A painting by Deborah Scott titled Consumption of Innocence, depicting a young woman standing in a dense, shadowy forest. She wears a vivid red hooded coat and clutches a Target bag filled with medications, symbolizing caregiving for her sick grandfather. The distressed textures of the forest and the contrast between the modern Target bag and the timeless setting evoke themes of responsibility, innocence, and emotional tension.
A vibrant painting by Deborah Scott titled Ode to Joy, featuring a young woman in a striped dress surrounded by a cascade of colorful confetti. She kneels in a grassy field with one arm raised, her face radiating pure happiness and exuberance. The vivid greens of the landscape and the playful energy of the confetti capture the spirit of living life fully and unapologetically.

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The most undeniable truths in life are often the hardest to see. My paintings explore the tension between what is seen and what remains hidden—unraveling the psychological weight and fractured narratives that exist beneath the surface.

Deborah Scott

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photo of international award-winning artist Deborah Scott in her studio

"Deborah has a compelling process to conceptualize people and nature beyond what is physically seen. Her work is captivating."

Pamela Belyea

Co Founder and Former Executive Director Gage Academy of Art

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