Welcome to the first of 12 artist spotlight posts I have planned! This month I'm featuring Artelies, a bright and bold painter out of South Carolina. I originally first saw her work at a convention/market and from there found her on social media. Her style is extremely recognizable, focusing around owls, fantasy, and bright color! All some of my favorite things. Sunny Side Owl By Artelies One of my favorite paintings she's done. I've never seen an artist be able to turn anything into an owl... including an egg yolk. A master of many textures, I've watched Artelies paint everything from glass to fur to egg white over the years and she nails it every time. Untitled by Artelies I really couldn't choose just one piece to feature. You all know my soft spot for anatomical hearts and this one really just takes the cake. She has other heart paintings that are equally gorgeous, but the tentacle/rib combination really makes this piece special. Artist Q&ATell me about your current medium. So currently I'm using acrylic , colors are bright , the paint dry fast which I love ! Tried oil once .. was not a fan What medium did you start with? I started with acrylic paints What is a medium you’ve always wanted to try? Can't think of anything at the moment. What subject matter do you feel most drawn to? Well owls of course When did you realize you wanted to make a career out of your art? 2012 I sold my first painting for 35 bucks to someone a barely knew. I knew it was something I wanted to continue doing so I did Tell me about a current piece in progress. I just finished a shadow box of an owl version of the mad hatter ! Love it ! What is a struggle you think you share with other artists in your community? Reaching people of social media. And also learning the business side to all this. How do you balance making art for money and for fun? I paint stuff that inspires me I try not to take on to many commission pieces. What is your favorite painting technique? I wouldn't know how to explain lol What artists inspire you? Jasmine Griffith , Jesse Smith,...so many more! What are your thoughts on the duct tape banana? Lol some people have to much money Do you have a favorite art movement? Not sure What do you want to contribute to the art world? Don't know if have have anything knew to offer lol What’s your favorite piece of art advice? Paint everyday Tell me about your favorite piece of artwork you’ve ever done. So hard to pick one but I loved this good dog and octo piece I did they were fighting ... Much going on so many colors ...big eyes .. love bigs eyes , sadly it got ripped but it's cool I'll happily keep it to myself
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