Elise Beattie presents her stunning portfolio of “fearless paintings.” Enjoy, and be sure to visit her website for more from this talented artist.
![Summer Social](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Summer-Social.jpg)
“Summer Social” Poured watercolors and acrylics on paper, 22” x 22”
I am called the Fearless artist and using “Inspirational Techniques” is my game. My art is influenced by my imagination and love of photography. But my photos are a mere jumping off point for my creativity. I choose to step beyond the reality of the people and places I visit, instead as I plan my paintings; I retreat into my imagination and paint not the thing, but my feelings.
![Tsunami](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/TSUNAMI.jpg)
“Tsunami” Mixed media with poured watercolors & acrylics on gallery wrap canvas, 30” X 24”
Sometimes I end up with pure abstraction. I call this process: painting with my mind’s eye. Ultimately no matter what the subject of my work is, my goal is to allow my emotions to mix with inspiration and create a fusion of representation and abstraction.
![Yankee Doodle Dandy](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/yankee-doodle-dandy.jpg)
“Yankee Doodle Dandy” Poured watercolors and acrylics on paper, 22” x 22”
Recently, I have started a new series of paintings that I call “Honor the Past.” These works are influenced by historical sculptures. My goal is to create a body of work that honors the creativity of other artists and expresses my philosophy of how important I feel it is to look to the past as my teacher.
![Artist Elise Beattie at work in her studio](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/elise-beattie-at-work.jpg)
Artist Elise Beattie at work in her studio
Over the years I have developed a unique adventurous painterly process. My “Fearless” method involves pouring paint. Using numerous layers of watercolor and acrylics I create cloaks of intensifying value and mystery; thus continuously redirecting my interpretation of reality. In due course my feelings, pours and the patterns I love to create, transform my imagination to become a painting inspired by passion’s gift.
![Koi](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Koi.jpg)
“Koi” Poured watercolors and acrylics on paper, 22” x 30’
Foremost in life I am a creative spirit dedicated to my craft. But being a professional means I must also manage the business of being an artist.
![Tradition Bound](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Tradition-bound.jpg)
“Tradition Bound” part of my Honor the Past Series – inspired by the sculpture “The Greek slave” by Hiram Powers. Mixed media with poured watercolors & acrylics on gallery wrap canvas, 30” x 24”
At this time my daily objectives involve creating and organizing 30 paintings for my solo show “Inspirational Techniques from a Fearless Painter” at the North Tahoe Arts Center in California.
![When I Grow Up](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/When-I-grow-Up.jpg)
“When I Grow Up” Poured watercolors and acrylics on paper, 22” x 30”
When my commercial chores and studio works are complete, I can be found in a classroom. Teaching art for me is an opportunity to learn from others.
![View from the Loge](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/View-from-the-loge.jpg)
“View from the Loge” Poured watercolors and acrylics on paper, 30” x 22”
Many years ago, I created a series of water media classes called “Fearless Painting.” These workshops are dedicated to helping painters learn how to explore the decision making process of creating a work that speaks of who they are – as an artist.My objective in teaching is to inspire others, because I believe sharing my creativity is an essential component of my own personal Inspiration.
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