What is the most interesting thing you have painted/sculpted and why?
Chris Bell: Recently, I had the pleasure of painting a working shrimp boat near Beaufort, SC. I arrived at the fish company late in the afternoon as the sun was beginning to set. The boat (named “Miss Lily”) was docked nearby with her name proudly displayed on the hull. As the sun set behind her after a long day of work, I could just imagine the stories the vessel must have after a lifetime on the water. As small fish companies struggle along the coast, I think it is important to capture this way of life.
How do you find inspiration?
Chris Bell: I find inspiration by getting up early and getting “lost.” When the lighting is beautiful, anything can become a painting, and so I prioritize looking for subject matter during the mornings, afternoons, and any other time I think the light looks right. I also have a habit of turning down roads that I’m not familiar with and exploring a bit. I have been rewarded over and over by serendipitous inspiration.
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