Artist Showcase, Early Summer 2018

"Abundance" Oil on Linen, 108" x 78". See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Twenty-three artists were invited to share their work in this early summer Artist Showcase. Enjoy the variety, talent and  creative spirit in this collection. Learn more about each individual artist by clicking on their … [Read more]

Featured Artist Susan Skuse

“Come Fly with Me” (Diptych) Aerosol and Oil on Canvas, Overall size 120cm x 91cm by artist Susan Skuse. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Susan Skuse juxtaposes realistic images of bird with semi-abstract backgrounds, finding the perfect visual balance. View more of her work by visiting her website.     I read once that the principal task for an artist is to … [Read more]

What Artists Must Know about Pricing Consistency

What Artists Need to Know about Pricing Consistency. Read about it at www.ArtsyShark.com

Should a work of art always have the same price? How can artists be transparent? What do artists need to know about galleries and pricing?     Caroll Michels is a career coach, artist-advocate, and author with many years of … [Read more]

Featured Artist Stephanie Holznecht

“Feeding the Fire Dragon” Acrylic, Tempura and Latex Paint on Canvas, 36” x 48” by artist Stephanie Holznecht. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Stephanie Holznecht views her abstract mixed media paintings as extensions of her life, emotions, and creative thinking. Visit her website to see more of her portfolio.     Originally from England, I now live in Wisconsin … [Read more]

Featured Artist Dawn Middleton

“Pele Rising” Red Sponge Coral, Chinese Writing Stone, White Topaz stone and Sterling Silver, 1.5” x 3.5” x .5” by artist Dawn Middleton. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Stunning jewelry created by artist Dawn Middleton reflects the colors, shapes and magical forms found in nature. Learn more about this artist by visiting her website.     As a young girl growing up in Alaska, I was drawn to the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Gilly Thomas

"Covey of Grouse" Bronze Sculpture, 17cm x 17cm x 25cm (Set) by artist Gilly Thomas. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

The simple flowing lines and smooth surfaces of artist Gilly Thomas’ bronze animal sculptures invite you to reach out and touch them. See more by visiting her website.     Art is an extension of my … [Read more]

Featured Artist Jake Waxelbaum

"Crystal Jamesburg Sunset" Photography, Various Sizes by artist Jake Waxelbaum. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Photographer Jake Waxelbaum patiently plans to capture the perfect composition that reflects the image he has in mind. Enjoy his portfolio, and view more by visiting his website.     How do you capture time as reality? This is … [Read more]

Featured Artist Manny Martins-Karman

Manny Martins-Karman’s current work focuses on connectedness. Using bold, intensely colored shapes and flowing lines, her abstract paintings convey the sense of a much larger picture. Visit her website to see more.     One of my … [Read more]

Featured Artist Siv Storøy

"Stardust" Mixed Media, 70cm x 100cm by artist Siv Storøy. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Siv Storøy’s compelling mixed media imagery features ethereal women in mysterious settings. Learn more about this artist by visiting her website.     As an artist and visual storyteller from northern Norway, I have been … [Read more]

Featured Artist Barbara Burns

"Temptation" Tapestry, 40" x 45" by artist Barbara Burns. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Instilled with a love of creating at an early age, artist Barbara Burns weaves expressive and contemporary tapestries. Learn more about her work by visiting her website.     I am a figurative artist. My medium, handwoven … [Read more]

Featured Artist Guenevere Schwien

“Avatar” Oil, 14” x 14” by artist Guenevere Schwien. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Guenevere Schwien's twisted strands of lights create a narrative showing the path of positive and negative thoughts in our minds. Visit her website to see more of her art.     Beauty and exploration are my muses. I have a … [Read more]

Featured Artist Gale Rothstein

“It's only life” Assemblage, 18” x 16” x 5” by artist Gale Rothstein. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

One-of-a-kind assemblage and collage art by Gale Rothstein are inspired by a lifetime of collecting antiques and found objects. Learn more by visiting her website.     My art practice has always been about “putting together the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Earthstone Chu

"The Empty Valley" Rice Paper Painting, 70cm x 68cm By artist Earthstone Chu. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Earthstone Chu paints ethereal visions of women on rice paper with myriad colors and shapes that create energy and movement. Visit his website to see more of his work.     My art is based on the practice of Taoism … [Read more]

How to Choose the Right Artist Residency

Working at an artist residency in Ondarte Palapa in Akumal, Mexico. Amy Guion Clay is interviewed about the residency process at www.ArtsyShark.com

by Carolyn Edlund Amy Guion Clay is an artist, traveler and teacher who often lives as an artist in residence around the world. She offers tips for others who are interested in an artist residency.     "I’m obsessed with art and … [Read more]