Artists Describing Their Art:
Teresa Rodero Valero - Since I was a child I have liked to draw every piece of paper at hand, and for me that moment was like being in a different world, everything around me stopped. As a teenager I discovered photography and macrophotography; and the time spent in the dark room was very pleasant seeing things appear on the paper, as they were being developed. The next following years I was teaching Spanish to foreigners, but one day I realized that I wanted to continue drawing and painting, and here I am. Now I am completly dedicated to the world of the Fine Arts. I like to do my works by series, botannical, landscapes, sculptures, abstracts... one can see easily my evolution. Perhaps looking through the lens of the camera has influenced my way of painting, and seeing the world as a theme to be interpreted. I may combine reality with photography, photography with computer and interior world etc, it depends on the mood. Lately I have discover the possibilities that the computer offers to my work, I find it very useful to do my sketchs and then materialize them on linen or whatever the support may be. Now I teach young people ...
Bernhard Oberdieck - Here I introduce you to my work as illustrator. I specialize in children's book illustrations and have been published by German as well as foreign publishers. The best known of my works were created in collaboration with Michael Ende. I also draw for advertising projects and packaging illustrations, and many of the children's book illustrations are used in the vast merchandising field. My illustrations can be seen worldwide in exhibits and are sought by many collectors. I would be pleased to know if my homepage is to your liking. If you would like to purchase an original, please send me an e-mail or simply give me a call. In the United States I am represented by Carol Bancroft & Friends....
Jorge Gallardo - "Creating beauty through art" is the theme of my artwork. My art is something that I love to share with the world; an expression of myself. The main message I convey is beauty; beauty is a universal quality associated with harmony of form or color, excellence of craftsmanship or originality. These qualities embody my art. I want you to view the painting or drawing and be part of it; if it makes you feel happy, inspired or uplifted, I've accomplished my goal....
Cheryl Finfrock - Artist Statement Dreams inspire my work. Images ranging from public domain icons to archaic glyphs fascinate me. With high voltage colors I search for a visual language of universal archetypes. The creation and deconstruction of this language occurs through the physical act of painting. In my recent work, color, texture, and layering become the psychology of expression. Fauvism, Expressionism, Abstract Expressionism, and Carl Jung influence me. Specific influences are Edvard Munch, James Ensor, Paul Klee, Georges Rouault, Rainer Fetting, the CoBra painters and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Cheryl Finfrock ...
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Elra Norris-Gattermeir - I have been taking photos since I was a kid and have lived in and photographed the wonders of 17 of the states of the US. For more than 30 years I have pursued a love of nature, trees, and flowers, capturing that love on film. In 1999 I opened up shop as ELphotos to sell decor and stock photography (for promotional and editorial use). I also design note cards from my photos as well as make key chains, magnets, gift inserts and bookmarks of my favorite images. Until December 2003, I lived with my sister (Sally), two parrots (Falco and Faun), an iguana (Clarence) and two 3-foot ragdolls (Frank and Rich) whose tiny possessions littered the entire house. That conglomeration made a bevy of photographic subjects if I didn't have a mind to step into the outdoors. I am now married and reside in Illinois, just south of Chicago. I use my Nikon and a Canon digital camera to relax and wind down from the day's strife and, hopefully I can snap some pictures others will enjoy. I am a member in good standing of Tri-State Arts Association, Professional Photographers of West Virginia, the International ...