Cindy George
I have been painting in acrylics for most of my adult life. Primarily, I paint on small canvases with an edge, so the scene can be continued all the way around, allowing the painting to be viewed from all angles. I originally started painting on this size canvas due to time constraints but now I love to work on this size! I find they can be tucked into so many interesting places such as corner shelves, coffee tables, counter and desktops, usually displayed on a miniature easel or set free standing.
The northwest is full of inspiration for everything I love to paint, from the northeast corner of Washington to the Olympic Peninsula! I also find much of the subject matter for my art, nature and wildlife, right where I live. Last autumn there was a large herd of elk in the field at the bottom of our driveway for over a month. This summer I frequently walked to a large commercial sunflower field just a half mile up the road. I am always in awe of how even the simplest landscape can be transformed by changes in light and atmosphere. This is what truly inspires me, attempting to capture that snippet in time of nature’s unending beauty and surprises!
Ian Kelly
I am a graphic designer, user experience graduate student and artist living in Spokane, WA. My work is graphic in nature and relies heavily on strong silhouettes to create depth and color to convey mood. My art is heavily influenced by the wonder and imagination of The Great Outdoors. Through emotive minimalism, yes I made that up, my goal is to provide enough narrative to draw you in, at which point you are encouraged to use your imagination to fill in what's not presented. My landscapes often explore the beauty, magic, and mystery that resides in the woods which represent a provocative dichotomy; pleasure/relaxation and mystery/suspense. I hope you find yourself getting lost within the story.
Without the distraction of fine details, you are free to use your imagination to complete the narrative presented, to revel in the pure use of color and shape. Each illustration begins a story and allows you, the viewer, to continue the tale with deep reflection. All of these landscapes tell a story, but what is it? How do your experiences shape and change the narrative?
