Posts Tagged ‘painting’

Wow, in less then two hours, it will already be July! I’m about to head out on a semi-mini holiday to the great state of North Cackalack, but I wanted to post a little something-something, as I have been absent from my musings and interviews for a bit now.

So, I’ve been truly slack with my art over the past month. Though, I’m happy that I can now share with you the painting I created for my mom’s birthday!

Painting for my mother, 2011

She has my mama’s red hair. Oh, and notice the little red cardinal in the upper right…… that’s my ode to Grandma Jeanne, my mom’s mother, who was quite fond of the lovely little red feathered creatures.

Quick story for ya: Cardinals, as I’ve mentioned, tickled Grandma Jeanne’s fancy. I had a dream about a year after her death that she called me on a cell phone -early 2000s and the lovely green-screened Nokias were all the rage- to tell me to let my mom know that she was OK just as a cardinal flew in front of me. So, after sharing this dream with my mom, we always felt a sense of comfort and nostalgia when we saw a beautiful red cardinal nearby.

Upon moving to Savannah in 2006, a male and a female cardinal took up residence in our back yard, and have been there since. We like to think of them as Grandma Jeanne and Grandpa Ira, and that they’ve come back to watch over us.

Well, you can wipe that tear away now. We’ll have no caterwaulin’ on my watch. Besides, I have good news! The talented Mr. Michael Shewmaker has given me permission to share with you the poem which inspired a piece of art work that I shared with you here! I’ll be posting that for your reading enjoyment as soon as I get back into town, being that it is 11:01, and I have not yet packed my bags for our Northern journey.

On another note, the Art School Grad team that I’ve been working with over the past few months has a new featured artist up.  Check out the interview that I did with thelovely, palette-painting, Davs here.  Davs is the winner of the team’s second Line and Lyric competition.  She painted this piece, which was inspired by the poem Hellgirl by the talented Miss Anastasia Brown, who will have a featured spot on the ASG blog in the coming days, with an interview by your’s truly.  So stay tuned!

Painting by Davs inspired by Anastasia Brown's 'Hellgirl'

You can find Davs on Facebook and on Etsy.

Well, it is LATE!  And I’ve a very important date with my pillow…right after I shove some clothes in a suitcase and come up with a vegetarian dish for Second Line, the new New Orleans style bar and restaurant in downtown Savannah. I hear their po’boys are well worth the visit, and for you fellow veggies, hopefully my dish will satisfy your bellies!

If your in the Savannah area, head on down to Factor’s Walk and check them out… the hubs will most likely be bartending Thursday through Saturday night, so tip him well! And they have some interesting New Orleans inspired art on the walls!

Until next time….

Join me for an out of this world interview with the newest Artist du Jour interviewee, the lovely and inspiring Joyce Tremethick.  I am lovin’ Joyce’s exploration of deep space nebulas and planets through acrylic paints!

Artist du Jour: Joyce Tremethick

 

Who are you and what do you do?

I am a 54 year old single and self-taught artist living in Highland Village, a suburb of the Dallas Metroplex.  I was born a native Mississippian, but moved to Texas in 1984, with three children and a husband.  I went to work for the Xerox Corporation for a time, and transitioned from there to opening my own business.

In 1996, I founded and operated, solo, One 2 One Fitness for 14 successful years.  During my tenure as owner and manager and trainer, I was successful at helping to lead thousands to a healthier, nutritional lifestyle.  In 2003, One 2 One Fitness, and me, were recognized in an article by Woman’s World Magazine, a well-known and national publication. In addition to that recognition, numerous other awards and recognitions graced my hard work over the life of the business.   In 2010,  I closed One2 One Fitness to pursue my second passion:  an artist who absolutely loves to create Art that when one looks at it, feelings of all kinds are evoked.

Three words that best describe your art…

Bold, but in some ways delicate

Quieting

Spiritual  because it evokes tranquility

Moonlighting with the Whales by Joyce Tremethick

From your beautiful, bold paintings of the universe and beyond to your lovely and more delicate floral renderings, who or what would you say has been the biggest influence to your work?

On the landscape and floral side of my work, definitely Claude Monet;  I realize that he was an impressionistic Artist, however, because his art is so stress- relieving for me, and peaceful,  and pretty, I believe my admiration for his art stimulated me in that direction, maybe subconsciously.

On the Universe or deep space side of me, Stepehen Hawkins, inspired me.  Stephen Hawkins, I am aware,  is not an artist, but because he helped us to understand space and astronomy like no other astronomist or scientist, I was intrigued, and in so being, I put it to canvas.

If you could have one super power, what would it be?

Hand-painted tote by Joyce Tremethick

Super Cynicism Eradicator

The power to eradicate cynicism.  I think this could cure many of society’s ills, namely:  racism, gossip, rudeness, etc.

If you could meet one artist, past or present, and ask them one question, who would it be and what would you ask?

Claude Monet.  How can we keep original, hand-painted art competitive and in the forefront?

When did you first discover your creative side?

I will always remember it:  In March 2008, it was snowing and I was bored.  I have always written poetry, but at that particular moment, I pondered picking up a paint brush putting  a picture to what I was thinking and feeling.  I can’t draw and to this day, I can’t draw.  But I can paint it…  and that was the beginning and discovering of my painting artistic side.  I had little tubes of paint and brushes on hand for other kinds of craft.  Never did I ever think that it would it lead me to where I am now .

A little peek into Joyce's home

Where can we find you?

MCL Grand Theater, a 40,000 square foot art gallery and Theater owned by the City of Lewisville in Lewisville, Texas, another suburb of the Dallas Metroplex.  In January of this Year, I placed second for a trydich of a  “texas blazing sunset” painting.  The MCL asked my permission to keep the painting on loan, where it remains today.

You can find me at the City of Lewisville Library in one of their massive exhibit windows

As a member of the Visual Art League of Lewisville

You can also find me as a juror of V.A.S.E.—Visual Arts Scholastic Events, an organization hosted by Texas Art Education Association which recognizes exemplary students in the area of visual arts.

On the web:
You can find me on facebook under:  Joyce Boyd

• http://www.redbubble.com/people/thisarttobeyour This is prints of my work can be ordered.

• www.etsy.com/shop/thisarttobeyours and     www.etsy.com/shop/giftabletremes

One of Joyce's bold and inspiring universe paintings.

This week, the Artist du Jour series catches up with the lovely Marina Taliera ,who, through her stunning portrait and map series, reminds us to look within ourselves and, with borrowing the words of Gandhi, be the change in which we wish to see in the world. I have fallen in love with Marina’s expressive use of emotional line and captivating color, as I’m sure that you will as well.  Enjoy!

Artist du Jour: Marina Taliera

Who are you and what do you do?

My name is Marina Taliera, and I am a painter of “Maps” and “Abstract portraits”.
I’ve always been a creative person; my childhood was filled with travels and
never ending questions about the world and its mysteries.
After studying costume design, I fell in love with painting.

I can spend hours in my studio, reading listening to music and painting. Originally from
the south of France, I currently set up my “atelier” in the beautiful town of Oaxaca, Mexico.

The Abstract Portrait series has such a raw emotional beauty about it.

Kaya by M. Taliera (one of my personal faves and it's available for sale on Etsy)

Where do you find your inspiration?

I started that series back in 2005 with a painting called “BRUJA”,
I was talking on the phone with a friend, sketching and I ended up
painting a face on top of an unfinished abstract painting I liked the
result , got commissioned to do two more and decided that they’re was
something to explore there. I have no fear of a wrong line or a wrong
color when I paint; it starts as an abstract, a collage; recycling
papers and textures then I layer paint, oil pastels, and a story takes
place. The “Abstract Portraits” reminds us to look within, the eyes
are closed meditating, leaving a certain mystery, the strokes are raw
and express movement.

Moving to Oaxaca a city known for its colorful art, crafts and
architecture was a great way to stimulate my creativity. Traveling,
stepping outside of your comfort zone, helps I’ve noticed to get the
best work out .

Marina's studio with an abstract map painting in process on the easel

Tell me about ‘Recyclarte’ and the Map Series.

Compass by M. Taliera, available for purchase on Etsy

“Recyclarte” is the name of the etsy store that I started with my
partner J-Paw. We are both passionate about art and the idea to reuse;
giving new life to objects, papers, metal, bottles… it just made sense.

“Recyclar”-”arte”  became the perfect word to describe what we do.
Art like music is a great way to spread messages and I think the “Map
Series” is a way to remind people to cherish simple things, the
texture of a tree the shape of a coast line.
In my paintings, I use recycled papers , dried leaves and flowers,
onion skin, cardboard, sand; anything organic that catches my attention
by its uniqueness.

I come from a generation that has been hearing “the
world is polluted, sick, dying” since middle school but I try and always
stay positive.  A lot of amazing people are changing the way they live
and consume, and I am hopeful that in the next few years more will
follow .

Chess the cat hanging out by one of Marina's paintings

What’s your favorite part about the creative process?

Finishing a painting is always a great feeling, showing it for the
first time , getting different reactions from people, etc . I usually
start 3 or 4 at the same time so there’s always a canvas calling my
attention. If i get blocked on one piece, i can always move on to the
next one.

Selling on Etsy has led me to experiment more when it comes
to taking pictures of my artwork. I really fell in love with it ! I
look for the perfect place now, the perfect outdoor wall or tree to
photograph my work. I think it gives art a different approach showing
it in nature vs a gallery wall.

If you could have one super power, what would it be?

Probably telekinetic powers! How great would it be to be able to
paint, holding the brush with my mind only.

6 Degree South by Marina Taliera

I would definitely be working with animals.  That used to be my
dream job as a kid. We have rescued 3 cats and a dog so far since
we’ve moved to Mexico. I definitively plan to open a shelter for
rescued animals with the sale of my artwork . It’s something that is
really needed here and that I believe can be helped.

Where can we find you?

More of my work is available online at : www.http://mtaliera.mfbiz.com/
I also upload weekly pictures to my Facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Los-Angeles-CA/MTaliera/133011923394753
J-Paw’s recycled masks and paintings can be found at :
www.http://jpawart.mosaicglobe.com

Some of my “Arte rocca” pieces are currently being displayed at Black
Box studio: http://www.la-blackbox.com/ and I’m currently working on
some pieces for the upcoming 2011 FONCA art festival.

Moss, Painting by Marina available on Etsy.

It is my pleasure to introduce you to the newest addition of the Artist du Jour interviewees, the enchanting Julia Finucane.  The talented Miss Julia is also the winner of the first ever Art School Grad Line and Lyric Art Contest, which is hosted by the lovely creator of the Art School Grad Etsy Team and Blog, Brienna Pruce (you might recall her fantastic interview from a while back), and your’s truly.

Artist du Jour: Julia Finucane

Who are you and what do you do?

My name is Julia Finucane. I am a fantasy, fairy, big eye girl, whimsical themed artist. I am currently a freelance, self-employed artist. I travel back and forth from my hometown of Buffalo, NY and NYC pursuing my love of art creating.

 

Three words that describe your work.

Whimsical, imaginative, fairy tale

 

What has been your most rewarding moment thus far as an artist?

When I made my first sale. I sold an ACEO art card on Ebay and it wasn’t for much, but knowing that someone liked my art enough to purchase it was great. I also love knowing that a piece of me is in that persons home.

 

If you could have one super power, what would it be?

To live forever.

 

Red Riding Hood painting by Julia Finucane

Where can we find your work?

Website: http://juliafinucane.blogspot.com

Website Gallery & Gift Shop: http://juliafinucaneartstore.blogspot.com

Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/juliafinucane

Ebay Store: http://shop.ebay.com/missjuliaart/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/missjuliaart

 

Want to read more about this lovely artist? Check out Julia’s winning illustration and the another round of Q’s and A’s on the Art School Grad blogspot!  Julia has been gracious to bestow upon you lovely readers a special discount code!!!  Use the code:  LINELYRICSALE   and get 10% of f in Julia’s lovely Etsy shop, including Original art.

 

 

 

 

I think that sometimes as artists (and as adults in general), we forget to take a deep breath and relax. Especially when it comes to our art…be it painting, drawing, crocheting, or what have you. We at times lose sight as to what lead us to choose the path as an artist…it surely wasn’t the fortune or fame, but the fact that it makes us feel happy, carefree even. We forget that everything doesn’t have to be perfect, or even very good, for that matter, that in fact, sometimes doing art “badly” is refreshing and rewarding upon itself.

Lil Miss Muscles

This all became so clear to me this afternoon as my two year old daughter and I loaded up her Crayola washable paints in our arms and headed outside. We certainly couldn’t deny ourselves the toasty 80 degree Savannah afternoon. Nor could we pass up the blank 2x4s we’d purchased earlier from the hardware store as they waited patiently and paintlessly to become our raised garden.

Purple is my favorite color...

It was a wonderful moment shared between mother and daughter, laughing and painting in the sunshine. It was also learning experience on my part. An opportunity to learn about the importance of letting go that unfolded as we explored leaf painting, finger painting, dandelion painting, some Pollock-invoked splattering, and of course, good old squirting out the entire tube of paint (which I will never feel free spirited enough to do with my Liquidtex)! We had no worry as to how what we painted would look. We acted purely on whim, not concerned in the least as to which tube of paint our fingers grasped and what color mixed with what other color… or dirt… or grass… would look. Well, maybe that’s not entirely true. London was very fond of the purple tube.

The Art Garden by me and London

See, we’re never too old to learn or to experience new things, and our teachers are never too young. I learned to step outside of my “worry box” today. I didn’t let myself fret over the color choices, the design and layout, the decision making and attention to detail. Don’t get me wrong, I love being an artist. I love, strangely enough, mulling over layouts and experimenting with colors and fretting over the little details, I find it fun and enjoyable. It’s my passion, second only to my wonderful family. But I’ve learned that sometimes, you’ve just got let it all go and make “bad art”. Or as I now like to call it minus the negative connotations, “Worry Free” Art.

Paintings by Mommy and London

If you could spend Happy Hour with any artist, dead or alive, who would it be and what one question would you 

The important (and quite cute) tea shelf.

have to ask him/her?

Evensong: 2010 oil, rose petals & mixed media 2 panels each 10 x 10 inches

Kristy's feline friend, Niandra

Kristy Lynn's workspace in her Brooklyn loft

Be sure to visit Kristy Lynn on Artmuse for a

wonderful selection of prints or contact her

directly for inquiries on pricing.

Subtle Fox

Welcome to another installment of Artist du Jour: mini interviews with the creative kind!  This week’s interviewee, Andrea Peterson, will knock your socks off with her lovely fashion illustrations and gorgeous paintings… thank you for not training dolphins, Andrea!

Artist du Jour: Andrea Peterson

Who are you and what do you do?

I’m an artist, a swimmer, and a beach-lover who currently works at an art gallery in Scottsdale, AZ (when I’m not painting or doing freelance illustration).

Who or what inspires you?

Tons of artists: Frida Kahlo, Gustav Klimt, love the whole Art Nouveau movement – everyone knows and loves Mucha but I also love Arthur Beardsley, and of course my artist peers who I feel close thanks to social media outlets like Facebook and Twitter (and blogs such as this!) where we can share our current work and passions. This is especially important to me since my current ‘studio situation’ is located on one very messy side of my bedroom (so my ‘studio mates’ are people like you on the computer and my dog Frida, ha).

Bird Bride: In Progress

If you could have one superpower, what would it be?

Amelia's Compendium of Fashion Illustration: Cover illustration by Andrea Peterson

Invisible. I love Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak – it’s brilliant and I would want that power, no doubt!

What has been your most satisfying moment at an artist thus far?

Completing the cover illustration for Amelia’s Compendium of Fashion Illustration, and attending the launch party for the book in London. Also, whenever I sell original art to a client and/or hear a fan’s feedback it’s greatly rewarding and encouraging since my art is such a part of who I am.

If you are a fellow sufferer of the dreaded artist’s block, what do you find to be the antidote?

Swimming, yoga, happy hour, traveling – anything that’s getting outside and away from paint fumes (ha).

If you weren’t an artist, what profession do you think you’d be in?

Probably a dolphin trainer at Sea World or a marine biology study group doing shark research.  Growing up I always said I wanted to be an artist AND a dolphin trainer, but so far there hasn’t been enough time to do both. Who knows? Never say never. For now, I swim several times a week and use my imagination.  I’ve also always loved forensic anthropology and archaeology; there’s something magical about studying ancient relics where you’re unveiling historical narratives that shape history.

Where can we find you ?

website: http://artistandrea.com/

Blog:  http://artistandrea.blogspot.com/

Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtistAndrea

twitter: http://twitter.com/artistandrea

Be sure to check out the fabulous Amelia’s Magazine to see more great illustrations by Andrea, as well as many other talented artists… not to mention some great reads. ♥

Ooh la la by Andrea Peterson. Prints available for purchase on Etsy.

Mermaid Prints available on Etsy. Limited time $20 Special!!! I bought mine, did you buy yours?