Barbara has been drawn to the contemplative space of oil painting and mastering the nuances of working with composition, color, values, and edges for more than 40 years. It took a pandemic for her to be able to devote the time and space to painting full-time, which she refers to today as “the silver-lining of lock down.”
Over the years Barbara has as studied with acclaimed artists and teachers, including Mark Carder, Dawn Whitelaw, Adam Clague and Kelly Folsom, to name a few. All have helped to feed her insatiable curiosity to learn more. Barbara uses a variety of media— fabrics, still life objects, pencil, and photography—to fulfill her desire to create something beautiful to capture on canvas and share with others.
Barbara recently designed and built the studio of her dreams, which has become her place of peaceful refuge. She says her inspiration is often born in this very special space. Most days you will find her at her easel capturing quiet moments of ocean sunsets and soft marsh grasses; rolling hills and scenic landscapes; still life studies of flowers and fruit; and sentimental portraits of people and pets. If you visit her studio, perhaps you too will feel a sense of peace while enjoying the beauty of her studio and found in her work.
Exhibitions, Shows and Awards
2023 Best in American Living Award from the National Association of Home Builders
2023 Fine Art League of Cary Member Show
2022 Fine Art Studio Online BoldBrush Painting Competition FAV15
2022 Mayton Hallways Show
2022 Art Change, Fonville Morrisey, Preston Woods
2022 Smith Island Art League Show
2021 Smith Island Art League Show
Gallery Representation
All About Art, Bald Head Island, NC
Memberships
Oil Painters of America
Portrait Society of America
American Women Artists
Fine Art League, Cary
Chatham Artists Guild
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