Valerie Suto is a multi-media artist living and working in Monroe, Connecticut.

Although primarily self-taught, she also has a BFA in Graphic Design and Interactive Multimedia from Seton Hall University. Throughout her schooling, Val’s first love of portraiture and realism cultivated an interest in the expression of human emotions. Her style has since evolved into her current abstractions of the human facial structure and non-objective work.

In contrast to her calm and grounded demeanor, Valerie Suto’s works are highly expressive and energetic. Using acrylic, ink, and water-soluble graphite, Val creates abstract works on paper that embrace the ambiguity and androgyny of self-expression. Her vibrant and spirited compositions display individuality and authenticity, two concepts that Val practices and values within her own life. Her use of strong marks and value contrast highlight the joy and excitement of her creative process and personal aesthetic.