I'm intense and so is my art: bright colors, bold designs, clean lines that energize and add interest to any space. I layer oil paint and cold wax as thick as frosting on a cake. My many years in Africa shows up in my work: no fear, vibrant energy, rhythmic calm.
Just follow the whisper.
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Hi Reader, We had the privilege of living in an African village. Celebrations were their super power. Dancing, drumming, singing, tables full of food. Party clothes, kente cloth, and gold accessories. The get-up drew heavily on Akan symbols like the one on this ring. I loved it and wore it for years. I didn't understand what it meant; I just loved it. I finally looked it up.
All will be well, it's saying. Chill. Things are under control. Stay connected, in harmony with others. So I did this painting inspired by the ring. Visual communication enchants me. You can be drawn to something without being able to put it into words. People look at my paintings and can't explain why they like them or what they mean. It's okay. Just follow the whisper; you don't have to understand! \
See my work in person at Art on Bridge, 252 Bridge St, Phoenixville, PA 19460 or at these upcoming outdoor events: Chestnut Hill Fall for the Arts, Sept 27, 11-5 Rural: Lititz Art Show, Oct 3, 9-5 Hometown: Phoenixville Art Walk, Oct 4, 11-4 |
Harriet's Paintings
I'm intense and so is my art: bright colors, bold designs, clean lines that energize and add interest to any space. I layer oil paint and cold wax as thick as frosting on a cake. My many years in Africa shows up in my work: no fear, vibrant energy, rhythmic calm.
Hi Reader, I want to learn a new language, to become fluent in it. I've been dabbling in it for years, speaking with such a heavy accent I'm pretty much unintelligible. Too old to learn it? Hogwash! I've learned languages before, and know how it works. First, your desire has to be greater than the pain and frustration of being totally disoriented, sounding like a toddler, and basically making a fool of yourself. Second, you have to go to the place where it's spoken and interact with real...
Hi Reader, Have you noticed I'm trying some new things lately? I've been taking a course called Creator College, and it's got my creative juices flowing! One thing I'm learning is to share more than just my paintings. I want to share some of the happiness and hope behind them, too. And that got me thinking. What if something you see every day could lift your spirits? A color, a painting, a photograph, or even a simple image can remind us of something good when life feels overwhelming. I call...
Hi Reader, So many art shows to apply to, and each with an application fee. Should I take the risk? I've been pouring my heart and soul into my art business for six years now. No sales at the two shows last weekend. . . What are the chances of getting accepted? I took the risk and submitted two paintings. Waited and wondered. I finally got the news: I'm in! I'm in the 32% of applicants that got in! It's a little encouragement along the way. I no my change is going to come! Corduroy, 21 x 11"...