Watercolor . Food . Maps . Illustration

Graduating with a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design in Painting (‘98) I spent over 20+ years in Brooklyn making art & working in the restaurant industry before setting down roots in the Hudson Valley, NY pre COVID.

My art delves into the mysteries of human connection, desire, and sensory experiences.

I’ve had the pleasure to paint for the likes of: !ndigo, Starbucks, Kohl's Department Store/Food Network, Sports Illustrated, the Diner Journal, Jaime Oliver Magazine, Alice Waters & appeared on the NPR Brian Lehrer Show.

Food, smell, taste, I don't know how to totally describe them because they're intangible, but it's what I'm after. Trying to understand why we are drawn to the things we are drawn to and desire. Much of my work is about tapping into the ineffable moments in life that can’t be described with language. 

Adding a new dimension to my journey, I recently graduated with distinction from Pratt Institute with a Master's in Psychotherapy/Creative Arts Therapy. I was honored to receive the Pratt Circle Award and the Excellence in Academic Achievement Award.

I now practice in Kingston, NY with SYNC Psychological Services PLLC.

The most rewarding aspect of my work is the connection & collaboration with other people. For inquires ~ abbie@abbiezuidema.com

Photo by Nicholas Calcott 2019