What exactly is an embellished print? (As if the art world wasn't confusing enough.) I recently put together this video to show you a little about my process. First, I start with an original painting that gets digitized either with a special fine art scanner or camera. That image gets color correct, proofed, and printed using archival inks and canvas at Art Castle Printing in Corpus Christi I then take that print and enhance it using oil paints. I bring out the shadows and highlights and soften the transitions between colors. Using warm and cool colors and glazing techniques, I recreate depth sometimes lost in the print. Each limited-edition is signed, numbered, and when completely dry is varnished. It comes with a certificate of authenticity and can be ordered framed or gallery wrapped (no frame, but still ready to hang.). Though every print in an edition starts off the same, I end up painting almost the entire canvas, making each one unique. I LOVE painting these, getting to revisit these beautiful scenes over and over. Check out my catalog to see embellished editions available for purchase.
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I was recently recommended by photographer Nicole Gates to be a guest artist for a mixer of the Valley Symphony Orchestra’s Young Patrons Club, taking place at her studio. There are so many things about this event that I love, but one of the best things was that it got me reconnected with Nicole, who I had met a couple years earlier.
I ran over to look at her space so I could plan where and how to set up. While there we spoke non-stop for two and a half hours about art and life and business and inspiration. I am amazed by her work, not just the quality of her beautiful images, but the stories and purpose behind them. If you are not yet familiar with her art, you can find more about what she does at nicolegatesphotography.com or follower her on Facebook or Instagram. I’m also really excited to be part of the event itself. Catering to members age 18-40, the Young Patrons Club of the Valley Symphony Orchestra is focused on connecting young professionals to the arts by throwing mixers where artists and musicians share their craft and knowledge. There’s food and drinks, and everybody dresses up to sit on rugs and get inspired. It all sounds very bohemian and fun. “Spring Fling” will feature a Brazilian bassist and my artwork of South Texas natives. And while they cater to ages 18-40, I’m told it’s not strictly a requirement to attend. Event takes place Friday, February 16, 2024 at Nicole Gates Studio, 321 N Main Street. Getting things in orderWhile I’d hoped by now to be half-way through 3 large, new canvases for my upcoming Coastal show, I am still in the process of organizing my crazy studio. Sometimes I wonder why I’m doing it, since I’m clearly happier painting, and could have just as easily ignored the mess. Instead, I choose to spend days pulling out all the varied items that clutter my space so I can catalog what’s usable and get rid of the rest.
While part of me worries that I’m not meeting my self-imposed deadlines, a greater part of me knows that there’s immeasurable benefit to starting this year organized. I will work more efficiently in the space and I’ll feel better while I’m there. Plus, I’ll have a better set-up to take pictures and videos of my art and process! If this past year has taught me anything, it’s how to face the things that are overwhelmingly in the category of “I don’t wanna!” So, every time I start to organize years of clutter and feel anxious about not making progress on my actual to do list, I take a deep breath, and steadily move forward while making peace with my pace. Important things take time- which is difficult to remember in an age when I can have almost anything delivered to my front door within the week. |
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