Dana Swedo Bernal's work has a sculptural presence on the wall. The substantial depth of her canvas, and deeply textured surface suggests ceramic, rock, and metal. Surprisingly, these objects are suitable for hanging on traditional walls with standard picture hanging hardware.

Her mixed media paintings are made of materials that include stucco, acrylic paint, oil paint, found objects and photo transfers. Some of her paintings have female subjects incorporated in them, giving a romantic quality to the surface.

A 1989 graduate of the Kansas City Art Institute and currently working for Hallmark Cards Inc., as an Exhibit Designer, Dana Swedo Bernal has exhibited in shows throughout Kansas City.

email Dana: danaswedo@yahoo.com