Sarah Waite Chase is an artist based in Richmond, CA who is inspired to capture the color of her dreams. Her art is a reflection of everyday life, day dreams, and starry nights. In her illustrations and paintings, she often depicts butterflies, landscapes, birds and animals both real and imaginary.
Not only is she an artist, but a gardener for pollinators, especially hummingbirds and butterflies. To create a butterfly oasis in her urban landscape, she fills her backyard with flower color. Dogs also make up a large part of her life, stirring a fascination with animals and how they relate to this wild world.
Nature provides Sarah with comfort and solace. After her father passed away, she began gardening. Even though many of the plants she wanted to grow died, some of them grew beyond her expectations. She started with succulents, then flowers, and now pollinator gardens. The life and death of plants has been a healing process for her.
Inspired by the garden, Sarah has started painting flowers, butterflies, and hummingbirds. During the pandemic, her garden was filled with birds, bees, butterflies, and caterpillars. The emergence of the butterfly from its chrysalis has led to her daydreams about transformation. She has been working on a series of worlds that may not be visible to the naked eye. This world is a reflection of the beauty she sees in nature and includes unicorns and mermaids.
If you are looking to add a touch of beauty to your home or office, consider purchasing Sarah Waite Chase's prints. Her art is sure to bring a sense of awe and wonder to any space.