The artistic fruits of Olean resident Amanda Hulbert’s labors with paint and canvas are being featured at the Ellicottville Memorial Library through March.

Hulbert’s paintings are abstract and unusual — colors and shapes mingle and flow. She said she loves to experiment and uses several different techniques and tools when painting, making each piece a unique creation of color and pattern.

“Abstract paint pouring, with its planned spontaneity, mirrors life’s unpredictable dance, where carefully orchestrated moments flow seamlessly into the unexpected to create a beautiful tapestry,” she said.

Hulbert’s love of making art extends back to her childhood days. Life had her take a break for a while, but she has been able to return to art even while working a demanding job in higher education.

“I express myself using acrylic paint and additives applied directly to the canvas to provide an escape from the busyness of life,” she explained. “Each piece is meant to be interpreted by the viewer, to find the feeling they need in the shapes that playfully emerge and flow from one another.”

After discovering the possibilities with pour paintings, Hulbert has been creating them for several years. Her decision to focus on abstract art freed her from the pressure of perfectionism, allowing her to just enjoy the colors and spontaneity of this art form.

The Ellicottville Memorial Library is located at 6499 Maples Road just north of the village. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and closed Sunday. Evening hours extend to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday.