Formal training in graphic arts and a love for oriental art have heavily influenced Debbie Arnold's work. Her paintings have evolved and changed greatly over her 25 years of painting. Arnold uses the fluidity and lightness learned through years as a watercolorist with the ability of acrylics to be layered. This creates unique paintings with as many as 15 to 20 layers of transparent paint.

Arnold works from visions or dreams that take months or even years to evolve to the point where a painting can begin. They take on a life of their own with what is created often being a total departure from the original concept. Her choices in subject matter are about the feeling created by the shapes, textures and colors rather than the subject matter itself.

Arnold does not paint a scene or existing scenario, but puts together a puzzle created by her subconscious. The inspiration for her work often comes from the relationship between natural and manmade patterns.

Arnold's accomplishments include several one and two person shows and entry in numerous juried and invitational exhibits. Her work is included nationally in several public, private and corporate collections.

Today Arnold lives and works in Boone, North Carolina.