Vintage Indie would like to welcome Carol Schiff as our featured artist.
WHAT IS YOUR PREFERRED MEDIUM? When I first started painting I ventured into watercolor and pastel,and experimented with acrylics, but when I found oils, I fell in love and have stayed pretty faithful to that media. I love the feel of the oils, their texture, the way they blend. I prefer to show brushwork and texture in my paintings and oils are perfect for this.
HOW DID YOU GET STARTED? I have always had a desire to paint or draw, but from childhood I told myself I had no talent. In the 70's I opened a needlework shop which eventually led me to designing my own line of hand painted needlepoint. My lack of drawing skills was an obvious problem, so I started taking drawing lessons. Eventually I gathered the courage to study pastel painting, which I did for eight years. Finally I found oils!
WHO OR WHAT INSPIRES YOU? Well just about everything! The light on an object or scene, the shadows, the colors, anything that catches my eye. Lately I have been experimenting with abstract works, which I find really difficult because the inspiration comes from my mind. Before starting an abstract, I have to think of a composition, determine what colors I want to use and what media. There is no way to know where it will go and I have a high failure rate.
There are so many wonderful artists that inspire. The internet has made it so easy to find incredibly talented people around the world. I spend many hours every week, viewing others' art.
At the moment Andre Kohn is one of my favorites. He is fabulous and I love his lost edges, lose brushwork, everything he does. Another favorite is Lynn Boggess. He has influenced my work with palette knives. He is one of those brave souls who takes giant canvases up the side of a mountain and paints with a trowel. His work is unbelievable and must be seen in person to really be appreciated. He has a totally unique look to his work. I get excited just thinking about it!
WHAT ADVISE WOULD YOU GIVE SOMEONE WANTING TO GET INTO THIS MEDIUM? Almost every town has an artist willing to give lessons in the basics. Do it because you enjoy it, don't become discouraged, and try to paint several times a week. Use the internet to find artists who's work you admire and study their work. Practice, practice, PRACTICE!
Carol's Studio
DOES VINTAGE PLAY A ROLE IN YOUR ART OR LIFE? Yes, I love vintage and find it impossible to pass up an antique store. We have a small second home in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and I furnished the entire house in vintage. I had so much fun refinishing tables and collecting items I remembered from my childhood. I feel such a connection with vintage items and find it impossible to dispose of them, so I have to be very careful about what I bring home.
I am in the process of refinishing an old dresser into a bathroom vanity at the moment and last month I purchased the metal stand from a Singer Sewing Machine. My clever husband made a beautiful cherry top for it and now it is my favorite little table.
When we are in North Carolina, I spend a lot of time photographing old barns and homes, as well as still life items with that vintage feel. When we are in Florida I paint from these images.
WHAT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CUSTOMERS TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR WORK? I would like them to know that each and every painting is special to me. I sometimes agonize for hours over a very small painting, getting it just the way I want it. I like texture in my work and want you to touch it. I like drama in it and try for lots of contrast. I want it to evoke a feeling in you, maybe a special memory of a place or item or even a flower.
The exciting thing about being an artist is that you never stop learning, your work evolves from week to week. Recently I have moved into palette knife works. I enjoy the texture, I want the viewer to reach out and touch....a big no no in galleries! I work hard to improve the quality of my work every day. I have developed a few painting techniques which helps to make my art unique, and I have been fortunate enough to license my work with three companies.
I love knowing that my art is in homes from Australia to Alaska, that you no longer have to be an art expert or invest a fortune to own original art. The internet has made this possible.
I feel like I am in competition with myself each time I step up to the easel. I try to make each work the best one I have ever created.
Thanks so much Carol for the interview! It has been a pleasure getting to know you.
Please visit Carol's Etsy Shop Carol Schiff Studio
Her Blog Carol Schiff Daily Painting Studio
Follow her on Facebook: Carol Schiff Studio
It has been such a heavy hearted week. There are so many hurting all over the world and when it hits close to home it tends to effect us all in one way or another. Our prayers are with the famlies in Boston and in Texas today. They're also with those unseen and unheard of who need them. Take a moment this weekend or even the whole weekend if you can and just breathe.
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10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
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Yummy vintage & handmade goodies from around the globe. Today's Daily Swank comes to you from The Netherlands.
You can purchase any of these awesome posters at Vintouchables.
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Art for everyone can provoke different feelings and emotions. When I stumbled across Tush Tush, the art brought many smiles to my heart. Many of these images depict children and happier childhood times. These are the things I like to get lost in.
What about you?
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One of my favorite illustrators and artist Sarah Jane has created this beautiful image/card for easy download and print.
100% of proceeds will go to the Sandy Hook School Support Fund which is set up with Newtown Savings Bank to support families of the victims and community needs.
Please visit Sarah Jane Studio's blog for further information.
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{Through the Lens} Independent Photography {Inspired by Autumn}
Purchase any of these prints at Briole
Fall is my favorite season. The colors are bountiful, the food delicious, the weather is often perfect in the East coast. I love fall, especially the yummy vegetables that emerge from the garden.
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It is that time of year again here in Kentucky, when the seasons change. As much as I love fall, I hate winter and love every bit of summer while it's gone. This year was a very hot summer and we didn't get to get out as much as I would have liked. So while I whine a bit about summer leaving and winter's fast approach, enjoy these beautiful summery photos and prints from S.S.C Photography & Prints.
{Through the Lens} Independent Photography {Inspired by Summer}
Runaway Bathtub from Annie Poon on Vimeo.
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{ Inspired by the Months }
When I came across the fine art photography from GoldenSection, I knew I had to show you one of her gorgeous photo calendar photos. They are so much fun, and would make a great gift. A new piece of art for each month!
Visit GoldenSection for this August print and many other beautiful images.
{ Through the Lens } { Independent Photography }
{ Inspired by Butterflies & Birds }
These little guys seem to show up around here, just when you need a smile. Do you have humming birds where you are? They are really fun to watch.
Find these prints and more beautiful photography from Mike & Kathy at StrongylosPhoto
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Vintage Indie would like to welcome Katrina Howarth as our featured artist.
See more of Katrina's work at her gallery;
Gallery hours are Saturday 12 to 6, Sunday 12 - 4, galveston art walks every 6 weeks from 6-9pm and private viewings available during the week.
The gallery address is,
Howarth Gallery
215 Tremont
Galveston
TX 77550
Katrina 713 550 6431
www.thehowarthgallery.com
Thanks so much Katrina! It has been a pleasure getting to know you.
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If you're looking to add some cheer to your walls, Katie Daisy of The Wheatfield has some amazing watercolors to do just that. When looking for something bright and cheery to add to the nursery makeover, we needed something that would pop against the gray walls. We knew the pinks, corals and blues would tie into everything else we were planning for her room.
Stay tuned for a final look at the nursery during our big reveal in July.
Visit Katie Daisy to purchase any one of her gorgeous pieces of art at The Wheatfield.
Copyright Katie Daisy 2011
A special thank you to Katie Daisy for providing the two art pieces for our virtual baby shower and nursery room makeover.
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In keeping with yesterday's theme I thought we'd continue our journey to Venice Italy with these gorgeous fine art prints from honeytree.
{ Through the Lens } { Independent Photography }
{ Images from Italy }
Shop these prints at honeytree
photos © Lupen Grainne
2012 Vintage Bird Calendar by janesays
I love the concept behind this gift set. It includes an acrylic frame with a magnet so you could easily beautify your refrigerator with the darling embroidered vintage birds.
2012 Letterpress Calendar featured vintage hankerchiefs by MinkLetterpress
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{ Beauty in the Natural & Man Made }
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I'm always dreaming of warm weather and being on the road with my family. Today's Art & Photography features the artwork of Danny Phillips. Danny says, "My desire in art focuses on authenticity, age, and the historical relevance of objects in places and how they trigger our memories and emotions." Vintage Indie art in its finest.
Check out some of my favorites from Danny's shop which include using recycled magazines, papers and reusable paints.
Shop Danny Phillips Art for prints and originals.
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{ Inspired by Orange }
Shop these prints and others at Sara Magliacane Photography
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Today's cursh is this art piece from My Little Love Box. My sister just moved to a new apartment, and they have something similar to this but on a huge wall in their lobby. I think this scaled down size would look awesome in a vintage modern home.
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