Through my studies I earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts but my love for all things artistic began at an early age. My mom has always joked that "I came out of the womb with a crayon in hand!" While I don't think I was truly that gifted (mom's are partial you know) but I can say that as long as I can remember art has been a big part of my life.
I've tried my hand at charcoal, pencil, acrylic, computers and cameras. The ability to express myself creatively has always been something I am extremely grateful for. Today I'm going to share a few of my favorite artists as a way of showing my gratitude for the arts.
Penelope Dullaghan
Found her work about five years ago and she's become my favorite living artist. There is not a single work of hers I've seen that I don't completely love.
Mary Stewart
Sadly this artist passed away a few years ago. But I was fortunate enough to have her do a commissioned art work as a gift for my husband. "The Insect Ball" was illustrated for us after sending her photos of the two of us and she sent me a once in a lifetime piece of art. Her whimsical works are just amazing.
Candice Alexander
I was introduce to Candice's work about 6 or 7 years ago when she was just getting her studio going and I was lucky enough to aquire original, hand painted engravings before her inevitable fame. Now she is a sought after artist throughout Louisiana and the south.
What "A" things are you grateful for? Found her work about five years ago and she's become my favorite living artist. There is not a single work of hers I've seen that I don't completely love.
Mary Stewart
Sadly this artist passed away a few years ago. But I was fortunate enough to have her do a commissioned art work as a gift for my husband. "The Insect Ball" was illustrated for us after sending her photos of the two of us and she sent me a once in a lifetime piece of art. Her whimsical works are just amazing.
Candice Alexander
I was introduce to Candice's work about 6 or 7 years ago when she was just getting her studio going and I was lucky enough to aquire original, hand painted engravings before her inevitable fame. Now she is a sought after artist throughout Louisiana and the south.
I'm joining you for the 26 Days of Gratitude! What a great idea -- thanks for sharing. You can find my post @ http://nifermusings.blogspot.com/2009/11/day-of-gratitude-1.html
ReplyDelete~ Jen
Jen: So glad to have you aboard! I'll be sure to keep dropping by your blog to read about your gratitude!
ReplyDeleteGratefully yours,
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