From Mr. Hop to Master
Because of our intimate familiarity with it, the human body in art has a unique ability to communicate an infinite variety of emotions, ideas, concepts, and stories, which is why Martin Eichinger prefers to be called a narrative artist rather than a figurative sculptor. What story will you find?
Artist Spotlight: Nancy Tankersley
This artist is currently developing a body of figurative landscape paintings focused on the agricultural life of the Eastern Shore. “I love the landscape but especially when there is some evidence of the humans.”
Artist Spotlight: Nanette Fluhr
Being an artist enables Nanette to see subtlety and beauty in the world, to capture and portray in her vision, to have an idea and bring it to life.
Artist Spotlight: Shelby Keefe
For Shelby Keefe, the best thing about being an artist is creating something from nothing. That “something" becomes a treasure for someone to enjoy, bringing beauty and peace to their environment.
Nordic Reflections: The Marine Paintings of Emil Carlsen
A look at the marine paintings and life of historic master Emil Carlsen, who was actually better known for his ...
Artist Spotlight: J. Adam McGalliard
Studying under renowned artists like Vincent Desidario and Steven Assael elevated my skill level and introduced me to an entirely new world of likeminded artists.
Artist Spotlight: Kevin Barton
How do you find inspiration?
Kevin Barton: I love this question as the answer is simple for me. I could never get to it all....
Tanya Atanasova: On Becoming a Portrait Painter
Bulgarian-born figurative painter Tanya Atanasova shares how extremely emotional, intense moments, and strained relationships have informed her art. "Back in the day, surviving was a real thing," she says. "Having the skill for 'guessing the person' and knowing who to trust was often your only weapon in life. So, there is no wonder I primarily paint people and portraits."
Painting as an Intimate Act
Much of writing about art strikes me as something akin to a technical manual on how one should kiss their lover...
The Grandeur of Having a Cellist Art Model
When it comes to subjects for his portraits and figures, this artist finds interest in a variety of people, in particular other creatives.