Archives for 2011 May-June Issue

A Successful Gamble

A Successful Gamble

May 27, 2011 | by

I think the Lord gives you talent,but you have to sacrifice. You have to pay your dues.” So says Jim Norton, who did indeed pay his dues as he followed his dream of becoming an artist. He studied, he painted when he was dog tired after working a full-time job to support his growing family and, with the support of his wife Pam, he gambled on his talent taking him where he wanted to go. Jim Norton (Utah) Maza Waken Oil 52″ By 40″ Maza Waken was the name the Sioux gave the gun. They believed it was a very
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Following the Flowers

Following the Flowers

May 27, 2011 | by

When it comes to deciding what to paint, oil painter Kathy Anderson follows the flowers. Keeping abreast of what flowers grow at certain times of the year, she shares their delicate beauty through her award-winning garden, still life, and landscape paintings. Kathy Anderson (Connecticut) Poppies And White Peonies Oil 20″ By 24″ Every year I paint several poppy paintings from life in May, when my huge poppy garden is blooming. My peonies growing with them are pink, but sometimes I decide to make them white for the effect I want. Kathy Anderson (Connecticut) The Lemon Tree Oil 12″ By 9″
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Joie de Vivre

Joie de Vivre

May 27, 2011 | by

The joy of living, singing, dancing, laughing, and playing are the main components in nearly all of Canadian artist Clement Kwan’s paintings. “I like my paintings to express happiness,” he says. “I use my artistic skills to create art that will give people joy and hope. Art is my tool for helping to make the world a better place.” Clement Kwan (Canada) Flamenco Passion 36″ By 30″ I love how the skirts dance with the flamenco performers. Clement Kwan (Canada) Chief’s Granddaughter Oil 30″ By 24″ In this painting, I wanted to show a little young, beautiful American native girl
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Painting The Magic

Painting The Magic

May 27, 2011 | by

He played classical guitar. He flew airplanes. He owned a business. But the title to which Arturo Chavez most aspired was artist. It took some time for him to reach that goal, but that made it all the sweeter. After all, the harder you have to work to achieve something, the more meaningful it is. For Chavez, being able to make his living doing something he absolutely loves is pure bliss. Arturo Chavez (New Mexico) Rock Of Ages Oil 60″ By 160″ The Grand Canyon is one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and the grandeur one feels when
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Opportunity Knocked; He Answered

Opportunity Knocked; He Answered

May 27, 2011 | by

A common denominator in the lives of many successful artists is being blessed early in their careers by connecting with professionals who are willing to share their time and talents. Wildlife painter Brian Grimm was fortunate to have been mentored by two of Texas’ most respected painters: landscapist Dalhart Windberg and wildlife painter Ken Carlson. Brian Grimm (Texas) Crossing The Snake 24″ By 30″ The idea for this painting was to have the viewer hear the water moving, as a moose crosses the Snake River in this peaceful morning scene. Brian Grimm (Texas) Globetrotter Oil 24″ By 36″ My wife
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You Do What You Have To Do

You Do What You Have To Do

May 27, 2011 | by

Life hasn’t always been easy for Joan Potter, but it has been good. How, you might be wondering, can that be? Like other artists we have featured within the pages of this magazine, Potter struggled early in her career, but her talent, combined with her determination, has resulted in both professional, and personal, fulfillment. Joan Potter (New Mexico) Jodi Oil 14″ By 14″ I asked Jodi to sit for me, because I always thought she had a wonderful look, much like an Indian. Joan Potter (New Mexico) Peonies Oil 24″ By 22″ No other flowers are as sensual for me.
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