Artists Describing Their Art:
Jacqueline Weegels - My whole life I have created art somehow, as do most people one way or another. I grew up with a father who enjoyed painting large theater back drops and making larger than life papermache float creations. Although, I felt inspired by this, it somehow intimidated me and made me want to work small. Now, having raised two children, and influenced and been influenced by them and THEIR art, my work has become ever more eclectic and varied. I am ready for a new phase in my art as, like everyone else, continue to conquer new challenges in life, stay healthy and seek balance. ...
Derek Mccrea - I have an online gallery showcasing my work at
Shaukat Mulla - i percive a patntig in terms of a poem.a poem presents the total picture of harmony.a poem-picture you read every line saperatly,but the meaning remains one with one another a painting like a poem ought to be a picture harmony--a harmony between the forms,space colours,lines texture and visual experience .the abstract content of painting my quest is for rediscovery of lost harmony a grammer of colours which effectively illuminates my attitude to everyday life my skill comes from everyday events,vibrant or tender brush stokes emerge straight from the heart,everything around is a source of inspiration....
Nancy Overbury - Nancy Overbury is an illustrator who primarily paints watercolor or oil landscapes. Her watercolour paintings are built from wet in wet washes, followed by successive layers of glazing. She is entirely self-taught in the watercolor medium, and has spent the last 15 years refining her skills as a watercolorist, carrying on the tradition of artists in the family including her father Ken Overbury. Overbury is inspired by nature's splendor and the fascinating effects of light. She believes in experiencing Nature by exploring forests and mountain ranges in order to add depth and emotion to her works....
Lesta Frank - I paint the figure, color drenched in layers of metaphor. My work is about showing people experiencing moments of Self awareness and inner connectivity to our true nature. The excitement and awe found in creating art is a life-long continuation of my first adventure with finger painting as a young child. I am interested in combining realistic imagery with abstract shapes, in a shallow picture plane , The painting surfaces are enriched with layers of texture and pattern, using combinations of watermedia and collage, and the use of stencils, stamps and epoxy resin. ...