Lavinia Wiggins is an artist working in oils, mixed media and collage.
A Westchester NY native, her studio is located in Peekskill NY at the Flat Iron Building. Lavinia's love of nature naturally leads her to landscapes, preferring scenes that include water. People often comment that her work is calm and peaceful. Her collage work is intuitive, using vintage images, poems, or a quip as a starting point.
A patron commented on a PB&J sandwich painting - "A still life of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, halved and stacked, is more than a depiction of food—it is a reflection of memory, nostalgia, and the passage of time. The PB&J is a cultural artifact, evoking childhood lunches, school cafeterias, and the simple comforts of home. Its familiarity allows viewers to project their own experiences onto it, making the painting deeply personal despite its simplicity.
The significance of this painting lies in its ability to connect with the viewer on a personal level. It strips away complexity and presents something universally understood, yet deeply individual. Like the best still lifes throughout history, it asks us to pause, reflect, and find meaning in the everyday—a reminder that even the simplest things can hold profound beauty."
She offers workshops throughout the county focusing on expanding people's knowledge of products and techniques while using one's creativity. Lavinia finds the sense of pride in someone's eyes when they complete a piece as spiritually fulfilling. Passing on knowledge brings more to the giver.
Membership and Associations:
Garrison Arts Center
A Westchester NY native, her studio is located in Peekskill NY at the Flat Iron Building. Lavinia's love of nature naturally leads her to landscapes, preferring scenes that include water. People often comment that her work is calm and peaceful. Her collage work is intuitive, using vintage images, poems, or a quip as a starting point.
A patron commented on a PB&J sandwich painting - "A still life of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, halved and stacked, is more than a depiction of food—it is a reflection of memory, nostalgia, and the passage of time. The PB&J is a cultural artifact, evoking childhood lunches, school cafeterias, and the simple comforts of home. Its familiarity allows viewers to project their own experiences onto it, making the painting deeply personal despite its simplicity.
The significance of this painting lies in its ability to connect with the viewer on a personal level. It strips away complexity and presents something universally understood, yet deeply individual. Like the best still lifes throughout history, it asks us to pause, reflect, and find meaning in the everyday—a reminder that even the simplest things can hold profound beauty."
She offers workshops throughout the county focusing on expanding people's knowledge of products and techniques while using one's creativity. Lavinia finds the sense of pride in someone's eyes when they complete a piece as spiritually fulfilling. Passing on knowledge brings more to the giver.
Membership and Associations:
Garrison Arts Center
