Category: support the arts

Poetry from the Wilderness

by Amanda, posted in Art, Artist, Bible, canada, Christian Art, Christian Artist, Christian Themes, CIVA, Faith, faith based art, Fort Saskatchewan, God, God/Religion, In Progress creations, In the Wilderness, Inspiration, Life, Mixed Media Paintings, poems, poems from the wilderness, Poetry, Series, support living artists, support the arts

Things have been quiet around here with all that’s been going on. I’m still working on healing from a ruptured disc and waiting for probable surgery which Covid has put a big delay on unfortunately drawing things out.

But I’m still creating and if you’ve been following me on facebook you would have noticed some poems emerging lately.

As some of you know I was an English major before I went full time artist and I’ve reached a time in my life that I would like to merge those two passions into one.

As such I am currently in the midst of writing a book of poems that will also showcase some of my mixed media watercolor art which I hope to self publish by the end of the year. Like my artwork these will be faith based in nature drawing on religious symbolism and allusions.

Here’s a peak at some of the one’s I’ve shared already.

I hope you liked these and will look forward to me sharing more as this season of words progresses.

Stay safe & stay healthy!

Cheers,

Amanda

Open Studio this weekend

by Amanda, posted in 2019 Artwork, Abstract, acrylic, Annual Open Studio & Sale, Annual Open Studio Show and Sale, Art, Art Events, Art Exhibit, Art Jewelry, Art Prints, Artist, Artwork for sale, Christian Art, events, exhibit, faith based art, female artist, For Sale, Fort Saskatchewan, Gallery, Home Studio, Mixed Media Minis, Mixed Media Paintings, Musical Instruments, support living artists, support the arts

Well it’s finally here! The weekend I’ve been excited and nervous about haha

This Saturday I invite you into my cozy home studio for some appetizers and a unique art shopping experience.

This is my creative space, a space that few people get to experience and I’m opening it up to share with you.

My art like my studio is bright and eclectic. We aren’t “fancy” people, we live a pretty low key humble life and you won’t find our house to be a show home, pristinely decorated. What you will find however is a cozy lived in space. I don’t say this to down play things I say this so that you’ll have a bit better idea of who we are and where my art evolves from.

I strive to create work that is honest and full of life and color made from moments that sparkle in the everyday using elements that are repurposed giving them a new life. My work is my expression of life and my reflection of the every day transforming moments that change the ordinary into something beautiful and extraordinary.

What I hope you’ll feel when you join us this weekend is something that we should all feel both at Christmas and year long and that is invited, welcomed and accepted.

I look forward to seeing you this Saturday.

Cheers!

Amanda

Art from the unknown 2019

by Amanda, posted in 2019 Artwork, Abstract, acrylic, Art, Art Events, Art Exhibit, Art from the unknown 2019 exhibit, Art Submissions, artist looking for gallery rep, Artist seeking representation, Fort Saskatchewan, Gallery, Mixed Media Paintings, support living artists, support the arts

This morning I got the exciting news that I’ve been chosen as one of the artists for Rachel Notley’s 12th annual Art from the Unknown Art art exhibit in Edmonton. I’m very excited for this awesome opportunity ❤

It’s going to be a busy month since I also have a solo exhibit at the Fort Saskatchewan City hall art Nook at the start of October and now this at the end of the month but I love it. More opportunities to share my creative voice with others.

Keep checking back for more upcoming events and exhibits.

Farewell NOA til next year!

by Amanda, posted in 2019 Artwork, Abstract, acrylic, art discussions, Art Events, Art Exhibit, artist looking for gallery rep, Artist seeking representation, Artwork for sale, canvas, Christian Art, Christian Artist, Christian Themes, CIVA, Color Exploration, Color of Music, Craftsmanship, creative, faith based art, female artist, For Sale, Fort Saskatchewan, Gallery, God, God/Religion, NOA Night of Artists, Paintings, SALE/CLEARANCE, spiritual gifts, support living artists, support the arts, Uncategorized

Well the weekend for the Night of Artists has come and gone for another year and it was a lovely experience.

Not only did I get a chance to sell and discuss art outside of the Fort, but I got to meet and chat with fellow creatives and start a few friendships.

Here are a few pictures of the weekend! If anything catches your eye shoot me a message to purchase. I offer free delivery of large pieces in the Edmonton and surrounding area.

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