Pamela C. O’Neal, ‘PicO,’ is a painter based in Central Texas whose work is deeply rooted in the traditions of Abstract Expressionism and Abstract Impressionism. Inspired by the bold, emotive use of color and form found in these movements, O’Neal discovered the transformative power of art during a pivotal moment in her life. A visit to the Guggenheim Museum in New York City, where she encountered Wassily Kandinsky's groundbreaking collection, left an indelible mark and ignited a deep, inner calling to create. Since then, painting has become a means for O’Neal to explore and express the complex inner landscape of thoughts, emotions, and memories.

While O’Neal is generally a private and reserved individual, her art serves as a rare outlet for self-expression and vulnerability. Through painting, she is able to communicate emotions and ideas that might otherwise remain unspoken, using color, form, and movement to give voice to her internal world. Working intuitively, O’Neal approaches each canvas with a fluidity that reflects her internal landscape. Colors, shapes, and movements emerge organically, often evoking a cinematic, almost surreal inner monologue. This spontaneous process leads to compositions that are rich in energy and depth, yet often defy conventional logic or structure.

The titles of her paintings are discovered only upon completion, when O’Neal steps back to identify the key emotion, memory, or thought that has guided the work. This process of discovery—both in the making and naming—serves as a testament to the ever-evolving conversation between the artist and the painting. It is through this intimate, creative exchange that O’Neal allows herself to share a level of vulnerability and expression that might otherwise remain hidden, offering viewers a glimpse into the complexity of her inner experience.