Udit’s Artery

My portraits and figurative works, which integrate elements of abstract expression, serve as my artistic focus to capture the human form while revealing intense emotions and uninhibited expression. I primarily work with oils and watercolor, but also embrace mixed media and relief printmaking to explore the relationship between the physical realm and profound emotion.

Broken Glass and Rusted Nails, Acrylic on paper
Close-up of a painted portrait of a woman's face, focusing on her eye, with visible brushstrokes and a mix of vibrant colors like purple, yellow, and blue.
bronze statue Medusa portrait oil acrylic mixed media
An abstract painting of a woman with long, flowing hair. One eye is open, the other is blurry, and she wears a blue top. The background is textured with warm, earthy tones.
Watercolor portrait of a woman with light skin, dark hair, and a neutral expression, looking slightly to the right.
Painting of a woman with blue hair braided on one side, dark eyes, red lipstick, and a red flower in her hair against a dark background.

About the art

Working with portraits and figurative art allows me to explore the complexity of the human condition in a deeply intimate way. Each face and figure becomes a portal for the emotions and stories that often remain unspoken. Drawing from my personal and professional background, I focus on capturing subtle expressions of resilience, vulnerability, and strength, reflecting the profound moments I have witnessed.

Portraiture allows me to express not only a subject's physical likeness but also their inner life—capturing moments of hope, struggle, and quiet dignity. By combining abstract expression with careful attention to detail, color, light, and form, I aim to create works that evoke emotional resonance and invite viewers to connect through our shared human experience. In exploring the figure, I delve into themes of life’s fragility and endurance. My artistic process serves as a personal healing journey and dialogue of creative expression. By juxtaposing beauty with raw realities, I encourage discussions on life's fragility and the endurance of the human spirit. Ultimately, I hope to connect people through shared narratives, illuminating the common threads that link us all.

A close-up portrait of an older man with a full white beard and mustache, gray eyebrows, and expressive blue eyes. The painting shows detailed facial wrinkles and skin texture, with warm earthy tones.
An abstract painting of a woman's face with white and blue textured background.
A blue-toned painting of a seated, nude human figure with one hand on their head, surrounded by a fiery orange and yellow aura against a dark background.
A colorful portrait of a woman with green eyes, dark hair, and makeup featuring red blush on her cheeks and dark lipstick.
Watercolor painting of a woman's face with long, wavy blue hair. The face has a mosaic-like pattern with shades of yellow, orange, and red, and expressive eyes, lips, and eyebrows.
A surreal painting of two women's faces merged, sharing one eye each and one nose, with dark hair and bold makeup.

Meet the Artist

Udit Harper Gorman, BSN RN

Udit Harper Gorman has always had an artistic spirit, but only began to deeply explore visual art after enduring several challenging years at the end of nearly a decade as a critical care nurse, during and after an unnamed pandemic. As a healer, Udit intuitively understands that Art Heals, and she embraces visual art as a form of personal medicine. Her visual arts span oil painting, watercolor, photography, relief printing, bookbinding, and mixed media.

Udit’s art has been exhibited internationally in the group show “Impressions of Dallas,” curated by the Dallas Museum of Art. She has sold works to collectors across the United States. She is scheduled to present a solo exhibition at Art House on 4th in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, opening May 2, 2026. She is a current member of the Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition and serves on their MOMENTUM Committee. She is also an active facilitator for weekly Life Figure Studies sessions at Art House on 4th.

Udit (pronounced “you-dit”) is a wife, mother, friend, nurse, dancer, and now a visual artist. Udit welcomes visitors to explore her work and hopes they discover elements within her artwork that resonate personally.

Beyond her individual creative endeavors, she also accepts commissioned projects. Those interested in her style and have ideas for a piece are encouraged to reach out to discuss their vision.

A woman standing on an outdoor staircase next to a brick building, with a clear blue sky in the background.

Udit Harper Gorman
Artist