Reed's newest collection reflects his evolving approach of balancing abstraction and design relationships with his plein air documentation. Evident in paintings such as Lachen Fields and Soft Rain, these works convey the unique essence of Ireland’s ever-changing weather systems through sophisticated color interactions. Through disciplined decision-making, Reed anchors each painting to an objective—such as emphasizing the physicality of structures, the expanse of space, or atmospheric conditions. He states, “When working outside, especially in Ireland, the light and atmosphere are constantly changing, sometimes dramatically. Rather than finding this frustrating, I find it liberating…I had to learn that, as an artist, we are always making decisions…Having an objective unifies the decisions.”

Jeffrey Reed’s art remains a dialogue with nature, embracing the unpredictability and challenges of capturing transient moments. He notes, “…the final painting is very much about the experience and what is discovered in the process,”. The resulting collection reflects Reed’s enduring commitment to exploring light, space, and the quiet discoveries inherent in painting.

Image Left: Yellow Light, 11" x 12", Oil On Canvas