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August’s Art of the Month:
Judy Henry has had a life-long interest in drawing and painting. After retiring from a 30-year career in healthcare finance, she was finally able to go back to school and pursue her first love of creating art!
Want to know more about Judy's journey as an artist? Check out her "Behind the Brush" Interview!
July’s Art of the Month:
With an emphasis on the dramatic contrasts of moments within nature and an etherial ambiance, David Swanagin is an artist of many talents. We are thrilled to be one of the select galleries in Tennessee with the ability to feature his beautiful works.
Want to know more about David's journey as an artist? Check out his "Behind the Brush" Interview!
June’s Art of the Month:
Born on the East Coast, artist Jade Reynolds spent most of her youth in Manhattan and Los Angeles.
In one way or another, Reynolds has always been connected to the arts, but when she met the love of her life and moved to Nashville, TN, painting took center stage.
We recently caught up with Jade to hear more details about how that journey brought her to our Gallery and to find out what an average day in her studio is like... Check it out!
May’s Art of the Month:
A Hendersonville resident for the past 26 years, Joni Roehm was born and raised in Chicago. She studied at both the Art Institute of Chicago and the Chicago Academy of Fine Art. Although her studies exposed her to many types of art, she has always been particularly drawn to jewelry making.
Joni shared with us how a love of arts of all sorts lead her to the world of mixed metal jewelry...
April’s Art of the Month:
Brandie Lee is a Nashville-based artist who has recently ventured into watercolor and illustration. She is a lover of Truth, Beauty, Goodness and Joy!
“I love finding ways to reveal these things through paint and ink!”
Her most recent project is a series of watercolor laughing animals, inadvertently in the shape of their letters, which we happily distribute custom ordered reproductions of in our Gallery.
“I love getting to illustrate pure childlike joy, and I haven’t been able to make it through the design and execution of any letter with out laughing out loud at some point along the way. I hope they bring as much joy to you as they do to me. And I hope they imbed within each beholder a deep sense that life is truly good!”
We recently sat down with Brandie to learn more about how she creates art that is not only fun, but functional... Check it out!
March’s Art of the Month:
Even though he was born and raised in Gary, Indiana, “Bugg Hollow” in Cottontown, Tennessee is the place artist Joel Knapp called his creative home. There he taught workshops and painted the valleys, streams, and the ever changing Tennessee landscape around him.
Knapp began painting at a young age and enjoyed creating art all through his career as a dentist. Upon selling his practice and retiring, he was finally able to focus on his true passion…
February’s Art of the Month:
Sarah Beth Hsieh is an artist/illustrator originally from Nashville, TN. Growing up, she spent most of her time drawing horses and writing stories with quirky female characters. She received her BFA in Nashville at Belmont University, where she studied Fine Art, with an emphasis in painting and drawing. At that point in her life, her subject matter had become a bit more sophisticated – landscapes and portraits. Architectural paintings are her current obsession. She creates these whimsical illustrations in a painterly style; using mostly gouache and watercolor, with the additional colored pencil.
We sat down with Sarah Beth about how passions and surroundings fuel her creativity.
Click below to watch the full interview!
January’s Art of the Month:
Born in Rosine, Kentucky and raised in Middle Tennessee, David Wright's highly acclaimed art uniquely captures the scenic beauty of the area and its rich historical heritage. His depictions of rural country landscapes and memorable moments in American history have earned him countless awards and placements in prestigious museums and private collections.
We sat down with David to talk about the Art of the Month and some of his other amazing works, as well as his artistic process as a historical painter. Click below to watch the full interview!
December’s Art of the Month:
Nora has harnessed her experiences as a free-spirited and curious mind into "wearable art"! She has focused her passion for making things by hand and experimenting with different materials to find her chosen medium.
We recently sat down to chat with Nora about her creative process and how each piece has its own special meaning.
Check out what she had to say!
November’s Art of the Month:
Anna’s work is both classical and modern, her romantic figurative works carry with them both tradition and originality. Her work captures the elegance and grace of the female form with both an air of simplicity and sophistication.
While her enchanting figures have an aura reminiscent of the Renaissance, and you can place them alongside old masters like Reubens and Rembrandt and draw similarities. The dynamic technique with which she paints, and the expressive freedom and sensuality of her work creates something refreshingly … READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER
October’s Art of the Month:
Watercolorist Cathy Dunn was born and raised in Erie, Pennsylvania. After a long career teaching mathematics in Ohio, Dunn settled just outside of Nashville where she discovered her passion for watercolor painting. We recently sat down with Cathy to hear more about her journey into to world of painting.... Check it out!
Septembers Art of the Month:
Ronald first recognized his love of art as a sophomore in high school. Under the guidance of his art teacher, he produced a painting which earned him a blue ribbon in a statewide art show. He continued developing his artistic talents throughout his high school years, but after graduating Ronald pursued other career path until the age of thirty-nine. At this time he began the pursuit of this dream - being an artist, starting with commissions creating faux finishes and murals in both homes and businesses, all while spending every spare moment painting and creating his own personal style. As art sales increased, Ronald was able to phase out of specialty painting and concentrate his efforts on his own art..… READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER
August’s Art of the Month:
Mildred “Millie” Jarrett is a Tennessee artist, who works primarily in oils and acrylics, to create engaging works of modern, abstract and representational art. One of Nashville’s premier abstract artists for more than two decades, Millie’s work transcends the boundaries of contemporary and traditional.
We recently had the privilege of sitting down for a chat with Millie. Check it out, this one is a MUST SEE!
July’s Art of the Month:
Adam Baker was an artist from an early age. Learning from the example of his older sister, he began drawing cartoons and comics aimed at making people laugh. After high school, he moved from Cookeville to Nashville to study Fine Arts + Illustration as well as Graphic Design. After graduating with both Associates and Bachelors Degrees in those fields, Baker began his career as a Freelance Artist + Designer, while also working with a prominent printmaking company in Nashville.
Adam and his wife, Joy, took over All About Art Gallery & Custom Framing in 2015, so that the original owners could pursue their retirement dreams. Adam has been able to apply not only his skills as an artist, but his knowledge of digital editing and artist-quality printing to the Gallery's ever-growing list of services.
We recently sat down with Adam to ask more about his journey as an artist and about his process as he creates the annual posters for the infamous Smithville Fiddler's Jamboree.
Who are your biggest influences?
I have too many "biggest influences" to name, really. There are a lot of artists that I look up to .… READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER
June’s Art of the Month:
Stephanie Ingram was born and raised in Gallatin, Tennessee. Having always been a creative, she began her artistic career as a student at the University of Mississippi where she painted local landmarks around the town of Oxford. After graduating with a BA in Art, Ingram moved back to the Nashville area where she became interested in artwork focusing on music; specializing in musician portraits, and guitar art.
We recently caught up with Stephanie to hear more about her growth - both personally and as an artist. Check it out!
May’s Art of the Month:
Born on the East Coast, artist Jade Reynolds spent most of her youth in Manhattan and Los Angeles.
Early in her career Reynolds was an actor, model, and television special producer. In 1981 she met the love of her life, moved to Nashville, TN and never looked back. We recently sat down with Jade to hear more about her journey as an artist... check it out:
What led you to become an artist?
I had to paint. It wasn’t a choice. It brought me so much joy. My parents tried to get me to go to art school. Well, just the fact my parents wanted me to, was enough to refuse. I had to come to the decision myself to take my gifts seriously. I never went to art school, as I didn’t want to be influenced by teachers. I know artists that you can tell right off the bat who they took lessons from, as their art reflects the teacher’s style etc. So I basically just flew by the seat of my pants. Worked out pretty good.
What does an average day in your studio look like?
I have my dream studio I designed for our house, and it is heaven. It has windows north and south, and skylights, the lighting is bright and clean. The whole studio is painted pure white. I have been in the house 2 years. I get up early, take care of my animals (horses, chickens, cats and a dog), pour a cup of coffee and head to the studio.
I lose track of time here, it is my happy place. I work all day. Usually quit around 6 pm, I put the animals up, feed everyone and have a glass of wine and relax. I usually am working on multiple pieces at a time. It’s always exciting to me, I never run out of ideas.
How do you know when a painting is complete?
That’s a great question, and one I think all artists have to deal with. Abstracts are particularly tricky. It can so easily go from wonderful to looking like wallpaper if you overwork it. I just finished a piece, and I will live with it a couple days. I also .… READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER
April’s Art of the Month:
Angela Howell is an avid photographer, author, transformation coach, and public speaker who somewhat 'fell" into becoming a professional artist as well.
We recently caught up with Angela to hear about exactly how her journey into art has happened and her day to day creative process as she paints. Check it out:
March’s Art of the Month:
Born in Windsor, Ontario, Tom M. Moore has been drawing and painting since he could hold a pencil in his hand, studying at both Schoolcraft College and the Scottsdale School of Fine Art, along with taking dozens of workshops and classes with established artists throughout the years.
After retiring from American Airlines, he and his wife, Geralyn, chased a life-long dream by opening All About Art Gallery .… READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER
February’s Art of the Month:
Lloyd Ronald (Ron) Hight grew up in San Diego, California. He attended the University of California at San Diego and the Art Center College in Los Angeles; majoring in Illustration and Graphic Design. In 1986 Hight founded his company: Lloyd Hight Graphics. Over the years he has expanded his services to include fine art, faux painting, and murals for businesses and private homes. He also creates 3-D replicas from foam models for museums, schools, and scientific displays.
We recently sat down with Lloyd to hear more details about the life of a commercial AND fine artist and how what your painting can influence the overall experience of creation. Check it out:
January’s Art of the Month:
"Silence"
by Olga Lashko
Fond of drawing since childhood, Olga Lashko is a Belarusian artist and designer specializing in vibrant, lively florals and landscapes. Lashko pursued her love of art through education; obtaining her degree in Easel Painting from the Akhremchik College of Arts in 2006. Upon graduating, she began working as a Graphic Designer for an advertising agency in Belarus and spent her spare time painting portraits and participating in international open air exhibitions. With nature as her.… READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER