artist statement
An Artist is known by her brush"
I paint intuitively by embracing spontaneity to allow passionate paintings to be born through a transforming layering process of acrylics and inks. Each layer informs the next story of paint. In addition to layers often you will find sand, coffee, glass beads or perhaps even a gum wrapper invoking the question of what story is being revealed. I paint what I feel, how I feel, and each found object in my art continues that story. It is my hope that you find a connection to my work and might, if only for a moment, become captivated and feel something within yourself.The art I create are visual expressions of my inner soul, spirit and passion. Once a corporate entrepreneur trapped inside a suit and wearing heels, the desire to put my feelings, thoughts, and emotions on canvas became too powerful.
The life-changing event that turned the corporate pen into a paintbrush was the dark world of Alzheimer’s that struck my mother. I could not wait any longer to paint in the event that world captured me as well. Leaving the boardroom behind, what has emerged is a new language expressed on canvas. This language expresses the freedom and unbound passion to create and let my art direct itself without fear or influences that has previously stifled my intuitive style.
Constantly moving around the world, staying in one place no longer than three years at one time, living in the back of a musician’s studio, provided the opportunity to meet vast numbers of different people from all walks of life.
These experiences set the canvas for the style of abstracts I paint because I find these people, locations, and experiences are represented in each painting in some way.
I paint intuitively by embracing spontaneity to allow passionate paintings to be born through a transforming layering process of acrylics and inks. Each layer informs the next story of paint. In addition to layers often you will find sand, coffee, glass beads or perhaps even a gum wrapper invoking the question of what story is being revealed. I paint what I feel, how I feel, and each found object in my art continues that story. It is my hope that you find a connection to my work and might, if only for a moment, become captivated and feel something within yourself.The art I create are visual expressions of my inner soul, spirit and passion. Once a corporate entrepreneur trapped inside a suit and wearing heels, the desire to put my feelings, thoughts, and emotions on canvas became too powerful.
The life-changing event that turned the corporate pen into a paintbrush was the dark world of Alzheimer’s that struck my mother. I could not wait any longer to paint in the event that world captured me as well. Leaving the boardroom behind, what has emerged is a new language expressed on canvas. This language expresses the freedom and unbound passion to create and let my art direct itself without fear or influences that has previously stifled my intuitive style.
Constantly moving around the world, staying in one place no longer than three years at one time, living in the back of a musician’s studio, provided the opportunity to meet vast numbers of different people from all walks of life.
These experiences set the canvas for the style of abstracts I paint because I find these people, locations, and experiences are represented in each painting in some way.
biography
I live outside of Washington D.C. I come from a family of artists, musicians, writers and actors. Art is my passion. I often say I have two sides. The full out color and go for it and then the Black and White (Vertigo Series) balance of color.
It is said that an artist is known by their brush. I am often asked "what is your inspiration?" Inspiration is the action or power of moving the intellect or emotions of something that is within into an inspiring agent or influence. I create my art with the passion I have in life.
"I honestly feel that being inspired is a gift. I think many times we can be so busy that we block our minds to being inspired and miss out on the gift that is waiting to change us. Perhaps not a huge change, but enough to make us move from stagnation to creation. For instance, Mozart, and a string quartet blaring in the background was actually what inspired me to create my "Vertigo" pieces. For you, it could be reading a piece of literature or looking a piece of art.
An artist may not always inspired when they start to create on a canvas, but as soon as the brush hits the paint something magical happens. The brush takes on our personal signature.
She feels that what someone feels when they look are her art is individual for each person because each person brings to the art their own emotions and passion.
An artist may not always inspired when they start to create on a canvas, but as soon as the brush hits the paint something magical happens. The brush takes on our personal signature.
I have been told people know my work by my brush stroke and that is such an honor for me to hear. I feel that is one of the greatest compliments an artist can receive is to have their art known by their brush.
Each piece of art I create is unique and created from a depth within. I want you to be inspired by my art. What does each piece inspire you to do, feel and accomplish? How are you moved? If you can feel your inner inspiration come alive, then you have connected with that art piece and you are inspired within to react. Your soul knows what it needs to grow or heal. Do not let any explanation of my inspiration speak YOUR voice. Your inner voice will tell you what you need. Only then have you connected with my art. Only then can you grow and perhaps change.
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SOLO EXHIBITIONS
Cheryl Wilson “Remembering Alice” July 1 – 31, 2017, Wing Gallery, Fairfax Art League, Fairfax, VA
INVITATIONAL GROUP EXHIBITIONS
Emerging Artist Imitative, Mosaic District March 3 – 31, 2017, Fairfax, VA
SELECTED ART SHOWING
Spring Art Exhibition, March – April 2017, Art League, Fairfax Virginia Art Show
Winter Art Exhibition, November – December 2016, Art League, Fairfax Virginia Art Show
Winter Art Exhibition, Court House Art Exhibition, Fairfax Virginia
French Quarter Brasserie, 2016
HOIST Art Show, Fairfax Virginia, October, 2016
Art Space Herndon, VA. March 2016
Lyon Art Show, September 2015
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
2016 Resident Artist, Palette 22
2016 April 2016, Artspace, Herndon, VA, Art Teacher, Design and Wine
2016 Teacher: Retired Adults, Alzheimer’s, Panama City Florida
2016 Fairfax Art League, Art Gallery
2016 “Mind, Heart, Vision Exhibition” ArtSpace Herndon, VA.
PUBLICATIONS
“Inspiration Within: Using an Artist’s Viewfinder”, 1/16/16, Allurence-Art Galleries
“Inspiration Within: Myoosings”, 1/16/16, Allurence-Art Galleries
“Your Blank Canvas”, 12/19/16, Allurence-Art Galleries
“Packing Your Art to Deliver”, 10/30/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“What is Medium”, 9/10/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“Should Abstracts Say Something”, 8/28/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“How Should I Title My Art”, 8/24/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“How to Start Abstract Art on a BLANK Canvas”, 10/30/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“The Flow of the Muse”, 6/29/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“What to do when you are in a Creative Stink?” 10/30/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
EDUCATION
The Museum of Modern Art, Techniques of Postwar Abstract Painting 2016
Abstract Landscapes, Abstract Florals, DD Studios 2015
Creative Content, Art Business, Art Biz Coach, 2016
Artists Network university, Painting Abstraction, 2015
Artist Network, Encaustic Layering, 2015
Artist Network, Composition and Color in Abstract Art, 2015
RMU, Marketing Art, 2016
Master of Science, Strayer University, Virginia, 2005
I live outside of Washington D.C. I come from a family of artists, musicians, writers and actors. Art is my passion. I often say I have two sides. The full out color and go for it and then the Black and White (Vertigo Series) balance of color.
It is said that an artist is known by their brush. I am often asked "what is your inspiration?" Inspiration is the action or power of moving the intellect or emotions of something that is within into an inspiring agent or influence. I create my art with the passion I have in life.
"I honestly feel that being inspired is a gift. I think many times we can be so busy that we block our minds to being inspired and miss out on the gift that is waiting to change us. Perhaps not a huge change, but enough to make us move from stagnation to creation. For instance, Mozart, and a string quartet blaring in the background was actually what inspired me to create my "Vertigo" pieces. For you, it could be reading a piece of literature or looking a piece of art.
An artist may not always inspired when they start to create on a canvas, but as soon as the brush hits the paint something magical happens. The brush takes on our personal signature.
She feels that what someone feels when they look are her art is individual for each person because each person brings to the art their own emotions and passion.
An artist may not always inspired when they start to create on a canvas, but as soon as the brush hits the paint something magical happens. The brush takes on our personal signature.
I have been told people know my work by my brush stroke and that is such an honor for me to hear. I feel that is one of the greatest compliments an artist can receive is to have their art known by their brush.
Each piece of art I create is unique and created from a depth within. I want you to be inspired by my art. What does each piece inspire you to do, feel and accomplish? How are you moved? If you can feel your inner inspiration come alive, then you have connected with that art piece and you are inspired within to react. Your soul knows what it needs to grow or heal. Do not let any explanation of my inspiration speak YOUR voice. Your inner voice will tell you what you need. Only then have you connected with my art. Only then can you grow and perhaps change.
resume
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
Cheryl Wilson “Remembering Alice” July 1 – 31, 2017, Wing Gallery, Fairfax Art League, Fairfax, VA
INVITATIONAL GROUP EXHIBITIONS
Emerging Artist Imitative, Mosaic District March 3 – 31, 2017, Fairfax, VA
SELECTED ART SHOWING
Spring Art Exhibition, March – April 2017, Art League, Fairfax Virginia Art Show
Winter Art Exhibition, November – December 2016, Art League, Fairfax Virginia Art Show
Winter Art Exhibition, Court House Art Exhibition, Fairfax Virginia
French Quarter Brasserie, 2016
HOIST Art Show, Fairfax Virginia, October, 2016
Art Space Herndon, VA. March 2016
Lyon Art Show, September 2015
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
2016 Resident Artist, Palette 22
2016 April 2016, Artspace, Herndon, VA, Art Teacher, Design and Wine
2016 Teacher: Retired Adults, Alzheimer’s, Panama City Florida
2016 Fairfax Art League, Art Gallery
2016 “Mind, Heart, Vision Exhibition” ArtSpace Herndon, VA.
PUBLICATIONS
“Inspiration Within: Using an Artist’s Viewfinder”, 1/16/16, Allurence-Art Galleries
“Inspiration Within: Myoosings”, 1/16/16, Allurence-Art Galleries
“Your Blank Canvas”, 12/19/16, Allurence-Art Galleries
“Packing Your Art to Deliver”, 10/30/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“What is Medium”, 9/10/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“Should Abstracts Say Something”, 8/28/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“How Should I Title My Art”, 8/24/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“How to Start Abstract Art on a BLANK Canvas”, 10/30/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“The Flow of the Muse”, 6/29/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
“What to do when you are in a Creative Stink?” 10/30/15, Allurence-Art Galleries
EDUCATION
The Museum of Modern Art, Techniques of Postwar Abstract Painting 2016
Abstract Landscapes, Abstract Florals, DD Studios 2015
Creative Content, Art Business, Art Biz Coach, 2016
Artists Network university, Painting Abstraction, 2015
Artist Network, Encaustic Layering, 2015
Artist Network, Composition and Color in Abstract Art, 2015
RMU, Marketing Art, 2016
Master of Science, Strayer University, Virginia, 2005