Sue Williams' 2000 work Activated Glowstick combines oil and acrylic on canvas in an energetic compositional approach. The title suggests movement, activation, and the vibrancy of fluorescent materials. Williams employs layering techniques to build visual complexity and depth across the canvas surface. The combination of two paint mediums allows for varied textures and visual effects. The work exemplifies early 2000s abstract expressionist tendencies with contemporary material references.