This work well represents Vivian Suter's vibrant mixed-media paintings on canvas. Since the early 1980s, she has lived in Panajachel, Guatemala, where the lush tropical environment significantly influences her artistic practice. Suter's creative process is deeply connected to nature; she often exposes her unstretched canvases to the elements, allowing rain, mud, leaves, and other natural materials to interact with her painted surfaces. This approach results in dynamic compositions that embody the essence of her surroundings,

blurring the lines between the artist's hand and environmental forces.

Her installations frequently feature these canvases suspended or draped, creating immersive environments that reflect the organic and ever-changing landscape of her habitat. Through her work, Suter invites viewers to experience the interplay between art and nature, celebrating the beauty and unpredictability of the world around her.