I am always inspired by intense, telling, and raw facial expressions. This is what I look for in human subjects and, to some degree, in animals as well. I crave the energy-filled moments when thoughts and emotions come to life.
Featured Artist Carol Surface
In life the exploration and understanding of the psyche and its diverse states of being is revealed to us in layers, so layers and the ability to obscure and see through illusion are central to my methodology and imagery.
Are You Selling Art in the Wrong Places?
Are you doing the same thing over and over again, when you aren’t really making many sales?
Featured Artist Ruth Apter
When I take a step back and look at the animals I create it occurs to me that I am after their essence. I do not make bears . . . I make “bear-ness”.
Featured Artist Michael Earney
It always comes down to relying on intuition, observation, perception and allowing the work to unfold in it’s own way, trusting to instinct.
Artist FAQ: Art Reproductions Can Help Your Career
Artists can experiment by making reproductions of their artwork on a variety of materials.
Featured Artist Susan Beallor-Snyder
My current body of work, consisting of sculptures made from natural manila rope expresses my desire to express the challenges I have experienced over the past 30 years attempting to create art and preserve my identity as an artist and woman…
An Honest Look at Social Media for Artists
Jeff Mueller has used social media extensively to further his career as an artist. He shares his strategies, frustrations and results.
Featured Artist Claire McCall
I actually love the loss of control that the knife provides and the application of oil paint with its buttery texture and beautiful surface shine when not overworked.
Featured Artist Sara Bardin
I found immersing myself in painting to be therapeutic and rewarding at the same time. It kindled a burning passion to continue creating art.
Overcoming Wild Card Event Fails
When you found a non-profit collective you wind up being the go-to person for pretty much everything and anything.
Featured Artist Leah Davies
In my portraits, I want to make the animal’s personality shine and bring out their very best aspects. I pride myself in capturing the animal’s spirit and life force within my paintings or drawings.
The Artist Doesn’t Always Know Best
There are times when our own opinion isn’t enough; when we need to reach out to others for feedback that will help guide our direction. In those instances, crowdsourcing can prove invaluable.
Featured Artist Mary Hicklin
I share the ancients’ fascination with natural objects and make one-of-a-kind work from things that call out to me.
