Welcome!Art In The Valley Gallery
209 SW 2nd Street Corvallis Oregon 97333 (541) 752-0811 Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am - 5:30pm ARTISTS
Laura Allen
Jenny Armitage Mike Bergen Phil Coleman Jana R. Johnson Phyllis Johnson June Nissinen Linda M. Ohlson Beatrice Rubenfeld |
Nov 2019 - Artist of the Month Show Jean Lawrence The colors of fall enhance the beauty of silk Painting is something comparatively new to me but something both relaxing and stimulating. Relaxing because I become totally absorbed in the painting: stimulating because I am continually finding new ideas and inspiration. I have been a teacher in various schools and universities all my life but not as a painter. That started one afternoon when a teacher training class I was conducting was canceled. One of the trainees invited me to her home where I discovered she was a silk painter. I spent a most enjoyable afternoon experimenting with the process. A year or so later, when I was between jobs, I decided to paint a silk scarf. I became hooked. Since then I have developed my skills, learning from observation, experimentation and books. I love the way the dye moves on the silk, although controlling it is a challenge. There are still many techniques I want to explore and, hopefully, master. Recently I have started producing silk wallhangings and framed paintings, as many customers suggested scarves were too pretty to wear but should be hung on a wall. Whether gracing a wall or being worn to complete an ensemble, each piece is unique artwork to be enjoyed by viewer or wearer. . There will be a reception at the Gallery during Corvallis Arts Walk on Thursday Nov 21 from 4-8 pm. Refreshments will be served. |