Kat Alikhan
I began my artistic aspirations five years ago as a photographer. I still love photography, but I came to realize that one of the things I love best about it is editing my photos to look like paintings using Photoshop and other post-processing software. So, I decided that I needed to become a painter, too. Being a beginner at this stage of life can feel daunting, but also thrilling. I am loving it, and as Vincent van Gogh said, "I am seeking, I am striving, I am in it with all my heart."
Contact me at katalikhan@gmail.com.
"Butch and Sundance" acrylic on 12x12 inch gallery-wrapped canvas
Jacqueline Doyle Allison
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Through my paintings, I want to convey my joy and happiness in being alive after surviving a life-threatening illness. It is very important to me to express a delight with life and evoke the freedom and wonder of a renewed sense of well-being, as well as offering inspiration and hope.
I create art in series to more fully explore a theme. I start with a layer of texture by making expressive marks on canvas, then add acrylic paint in single layers. I use a variety of brushes, bottles, sponges and other tools to paint bold color combinations and vivid patterns. This method offers fun surprises when spontaneous interactions form unique compositions. Eventually, when I experience the pleasure and enjoyment that I want to communicate to the world, I know the painting is complete. "Jumpin' Jack Flash" Acrylic on museum profile canvas, 30x30 inches Contact: jacquelineallison@att.net www.jacquelineallison.com |
Monica Burnette
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Born in the mountains of Pennsylvania, now living in the mountains of Georgia, I am a mountain girl at heart. In addition to portraits of people and pets, I love to paint all the mountain flowers and critters, and thrill to the sights and sounds of living in such a beautiful world. I came to the world of drawing and painting relatively late in life, but I’ve truly been bitten by the “creating” bug. In addition to the mountain life around me, I am constantly inspired by all of the loves of my life: husband, family, and two very spoiled Golden Retrievers. I work primarily in oil paint, typically applying it thickly with both brush and palette knife.
www.monicaburnette.com (best way to contact me) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HighGapStudio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monicaburnetteart/ Fine Art America: https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/monica-burnette.htm |
Claudia Campbell
Claudia considers herself to be an intuitive, emotional painter. Her work is inspired by her spiritual sensibilities; her love of nature, and the human journey. She believes that the spirit of a work of art transcends the image and is representative of the unconscious longings in the human soul. She thinks of her paintings as icons or metaphors of inner realities that are veiled or hidden in the physical elements of paint, paper, color, and canvas. It is her hope that the works she creates will provide a source of connection and meaning for the viewer.
For over 40 years, Claudia has taught, practiced, and developed her unique artistic style. Her fine arts degree included two years in New York, a year of intensive work and art study in Florence, Italy, and two years at Indiana University. She has continued to study with established artists in the Atlanta area and has shown her work throughout the southeast. She has been represented by several Atlanta galleries.
Kay Davis
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Kay enjoys photography, painting in oils, and drawing. She especially enjoys photographing children and composing children portraits.Kay’s specialty is candid photography of children. For more information, you can reach Kay at KayDavis43@aol.com. To see more of her work, visit her website at www.kaydavisart.com or click on the image at left.
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Fred Dorr
Fred has a degree in fine art and has exhibited throughout the eastern United States. He is a signature member of the Georgia Watercolor Society, the Transparent Watercolor Society of America, and the Southern Appalachia Art Guild. He and his wife, Sally, have lived in Big Canoe since 2000 and he has been a member of the Big Canoe Artists since 2003 when he retired from Lockheed Martin in Marietta. Watercolor and acrylic paintings are currently his only mediums now even though his fine art major concentrated on oil painting.
Tony Hicks
I was going crazy during the pandemic. We quarantined early during the pandemic since my then-73 year old mother lives on our terrace level. My wife suggested I find some at home hobby to keep my mind off not seeing friends. Hello Bob Ross! I guess my new hobby was the best little "happy accident" in my life! Our screened porch became my place to relax, paint and breathe the fresh air. At least I will have one fond memory of the pandemic!
"Wolfie" Acrylic on canvas, 30x24 inches.
Contact Tony at www.GeorgiaViewsRealty.com
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Barbara Jensen
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After receiving a degree in Visual Arts from the University of Texas at Dallas, I enjoyed a lengthy career in graphic design, corporate advertising, product management and later teaching. I love to create art images from the organic forms found in flowers, birds and animals. My graphic design background shows through in my use of vibrant color and strongly defined images. I am happy to say I am pursuing my love of painting in the beautiful mountains of Big Canoe which gives me inspiration every day. I can be reached at barbarajensen50@aol.com. You can also see more of my art at fineartamerica.com and search for Barbara Jensen Art. "How Now Cow" Acrylic on gallery profile canvas |
Thom Long
After retiring, Thom took up painting with acrylics and watercolors as a hobby. He has no formal art training and enjoys trying different styles and techniques. Thom likes the sense of camaraderie being a member of the Big Canoe Artists Club provides and appreciates the advice, tips and encouragement he gets from fellow members.
Deborah Marsell
"I studied art at North Georgia College. Most of my work consists of acrylic
painting on canvas."
To find out more about Debby and her work, please contact her at
betterpizza2@aol.com
painting on canvas."
To find out more about Debby and her work, please contact her at
betterpizza2@aol.com
Lynn Mayes
The images in my paintings represent feelings and emotions drawn from life experiences - both mine and others’. I don’t have total control over the painting process, i.e. I don’t have a detailed idea of the finished product when I start to paint, only the feeling. The painting then develops its own identity, and it’s not always what I had originally intended. I have learned not to be afraid of failure because some of my best work began as a failure and ventured into uncharted and exciting waters.
Click here to be directed to Lynn's website: www.ceruleanfineart.com
Click here to be directed to Lynn's website: www.ceruleanfineart.com
Beth Moreau
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Beth (Bethany Rachelle) graduated from Michigan State University with an MA in Counseling and Psych-ology. She worked corporately, owned her own businesses, traveled and raised her two sons -- always finding her way back to art.
She has owned an art gallery, taught lessons, founded and coordinated fine arts festivals, and served on various community arts boards. Her work has been exhibited in galleries, museums, and at shows throughout the southeast; and can also be found in private collections throughout the US and Europe. She currently works from her studio in the North Georgia Mountains of Big Canoe. Click here to see more of her work: Brachelle.com. |
Katherine Myer
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Katherine started painting as a hobby about 6 years ago after retiring from a lengthy career in local government. Her inspiration was her mother, who was 92 when she started painting! Katherine paints mostly in oils and watercolors- landscapes, animals, birds, and portraits. Chip Oil 6x8 on panel |
Carolyn Shireman
Carolyn Shireman born and raised in Columbus Indiana, a city known for its art and fine architecture where thousands visit from all over the world to admire. After spending many years in Tampa, Florida, Carolyn now resides in the Mountains of Big Canoe, Georgia. Carolyn has been recipient of numerous awards in many art shows. She studied Oil Painting for many years under the direction of Tampa noted artist, Kathi Hobbs. “I paint what I know and love, but also, try to challenge myself with something new. I paint mostly from photographs that I have taken and roll the image around in my mind before I actually transfer it to canvas. Keeping a camera close by to capture God’s beautiful artwork to paint is always the challenge."
Visit her at website: Carolyn Shireman Fine Art.
Visit her at website: Carolyn Shireman Fine Art.
Robin Sievers
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In my past life I owned a Public Relations firm, specializing in crisis planning for not-for-profits and the military. My husband Keith and I retired at the same time in 2011, left Florida and built our dream home here in Big Canoe. While I started working with glass 40 years ago, a busy life put all my artistic endeavors on the back burner. Now that we are retired, I am fully living in my right brain! I work mostly in acrylics although I am currently taking an online course in oil. My style is mostly Impressionism but lately has wandered into abstract. When not in my studio, Keith and I spend our days golfing, hiking, and kayaking. My husband is a creative as well and the largest collector and supporter of my work.
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Beth Westberry
Recently, I have started working with pencils and charcoal to create
portraits of people and animals.
Contact me at wsouthwest@aol.com.