Studio Visit with Artist Barbara Counte-Gaugel
Check out my visit with artist Barbara Conte-Gaugel in her fascinating art studio.
Barbara Conte-Gaugel knows my quirky husband well. In mid-May she sent me an email to let me know that she was getting rid of a male mannequin and she was wondering if Dan wanted it for his rock shows. The answer was a sound: "Yes!"
So on May 27 Dan and I drove down to the Delavan center in Syracuse, NY to pick up this mannequin from Barbara's art studio. But, once we got there, we ended up hanging out in Barbara's beautiful studio catching up on all things art, paint, and tools, and listening to the stories behind Barbara's fascinating collection of found-objects.
Lately, Barbara has been focusing on painting oil landscapes but she is also a mixed media artist and an impressive seamstress.
Barbara writes:
I want to be an oil painter when I grow up. There, I’ve said it. This is the gold ring that I have been after while pursuing “any art medium that takes my fancy.” As a multi-media artist, I work in painting and assemblage as well as photography. While it could sound like a lack of discipline for one to go from one medium to another, that is not necessarily true. For me, one medium fuels another. My mind explodes with new ideas. I have been told that there is a common thread that can be seen running through my work. I like that.
The assemblage series is called, “Remnants”. Old, rusty and ordinary things are given a new life, one quite different from the former one, but no less important.
My oil paintings, many done in plein air, along with studio still life works are slowly filling my studio walls at the Delavan Center.
You can learn more about Barbara Conte-Gaugel by visiting her website at http://barbaraconte-gaugel.com/
New Small Oil Paintings from the VELATURA Series
I am so happy to introduce you to some of my new small paintings from my new series called VELATURA.
I am so happy to introduce you to some of my new small paintings from my new series called VELATURA.
What does VELATURA mean?
The term velatura reflects my painting process, which consists of the fabrication, subtle layers upon layers of color, of dreamlike, and sometimes playful, realities.
I adore creating art based on the real world but vividly transformed by my infatuation for soothing colors like purples, greens, and blues.
I truly enjoy creating paintings that reflect my admiration for nature's creative force. With each brushstroke, I feel a connection with its whimsical energy.
My approach to painting depends on the complexity of the subject.
To add to the realism of the painting, I add the velatura, which are numerous glazes of color.
When I paint evocative nature scenes, I play with blue-brown washes and bold, bright marks which slowly morph into a suggestive landscape.
This creative process begins with a dynamic abstraction and ends into a believable, yet personal, reality.
You can find my paintings at Natur-Tyme, 3160 Erie Blvd. East
DeWitt, NY or on my online shop.
Let me know if you have any questions!
Maria
VELATURA: An Exhibition and a New Art Collection
~ This April is going to be a special month. ~
The term velatura reflects my painting process, which consists of the fabrication, subtle layers upon layers of color, of dreamlike, and sometimes playful, realities.
My paintings are trees and nature scenes created as a response to those places that deeply resonate with me.
Although several paintings are copies from life; I adore creating art based from the real world yet vividly transformed by my infatuation for soothing colors like purples, greens, and blues.
I truly enjoy creating paintings that reflect my admiration for nature's creative force. With each brushstroke, I feel a connection with its whimsical energy.
~ This April is going to be a special month. ~
30 acrylic and oil paintings and sketches will be on view for Velatura: Creating Trees and Places with Subtle Layers of Purples, Greens, and Blues from April 1st to May 31st, 2017.
The opening reception will be held
on Tuesday, April 4, 2017
from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
at SUNY Empire State College
6333 Rte 298, 3rd floor
East Syracuse, NY (315-472-570)
Also, a new painting collection will be unveiled at Natur-Tyme, 3160 Erie Blvd. East, in DeWitt, NY, on April 1st! Here is a sneak peek preview:
I hope to see you at the opening reception. Come over and say hi, enjoy the refreshments, and celebrate with me five years of creativity, which is continually encouraged thanks to all of your amazing support.
Maria
Modern, Graceful and Bright
~ New Oil Paintings ~
Spring is finally here.
The days are warmer and the seasonal allergies are CRAZY annoying - thank goodness for antihistamine, right!?
Altogether, spring is an inspirational season, and creativity has been hanging out in my studio quite a bit!
I'm very excited to introduce you to 10 new oil paintings that share 3 qualities:
- they are modern,
- they are graceful,
- and they are airy.
Each artwork was painted with Williamsburg hand crafted oils on the finest-quality pure-cotton canvas. They are ready to hang and become a focal point in your home. You can click to each image to go to my online store.
HOW IS MY ARTWORK GOING TO BE SHIPPED?
All artwork is wrapped in paper, padded extremely well, and sent in a well-fitting sturdy cardboard box. Most artwork will ship via USPS or UPS and most packages arrive within 2-4 days (domestic) from time of shipping (includes tracking & insurance).
$15.00 shipping costs cover fees, packaging supplies, time, labor, and storage.
CAN I PICK UP MY ARTWORK?
Absolutely! You are welcome and encouraged to pick-up your artwork in person at Natur-Tyme in DeWitt, NY. To forgo shipping fees altogether, write me an email at mariarizzoart@gmail.com with the desired artwork you want to purchase. Then I will send you an invoice and we will work out a time to meet.
RETURNING COLLECTOR'S DISCOUNT
Patrons who have purchased original art from me are eligible for their 10% discount. Make sure to write me an email at mariarizzoart@gmail.com to request your discount code.
MARIA RIZZO
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