I began my art 'interests' at the ripe age of 10. That Christmas I received my very first set of oil paints as a gift and proceeded to paint a picture that my aunt still has hanging on her wall. A country scene of woods and snow. Very easy for a beginning artist.
I took art in high school as well as the pre-requisite courses to attend college, my dream of being a teacher quickly quashed in the over flux of teachers way back in those stone age days. My major switched to History and Marketing Management (heh a lady did have to have something to fall back on) ... Continuing to paint, draw and use any and all mediums I could find, I found my favorite in oils and watercolors. I'm mostly self taught, having had only two years of 'art' studies' so when you look there is something definitely missing, I see it, you may not which may be a good thing.
I married, moved to NY, divorced and raised two children on my own, beautiful, gifted and lovely ones too :) My son is going to be a teacher, daughter is in restaurant management. I'm quite proud of both of them.
Back to my 'art'. I took interest in terragen and love the capabilities it gave me in creating a landscape without the use of paints when I permanently injured my 'holding' arm. I cannot paint for long periods of time using my left arm. Limited but not defeated. Taking up computer art satisfied my 'craving' to create landscapes, and the use of watercolor pencils and graphite satisfies my other creative endeavors. Currently I am working on a series of surreal fae art, if such a thing exists besides in my imagination. As well as some artwork in graphite attempting to work on life studies. It's been an uphill climb and I find I'm more than satisfied most of the time. "We're our own worse critics"... and so true. Much of what I do doesn't find it's way here, for I don't feel it should be shown.Â
If you take a moment, and glance through my gallery, I hope you take away a wee bit of magic, a sense of delight and have enjoyed the visit...If you'd like to see some of my artworks that are no longer here, or that I've never put here, please feel free to visit my site:http://www.freewebs.com/ppeterse/index.htmVarious artworks from pencil to watercolors are there.
Comments (18)
Petra-S
Genial work!
voske
Superb drawing!!!Take care and have wonderful holidays with your mom!
azrabella
Thanks for this work... very haunting piece. Hope your hand is healing well and enjoy your visit home.
alphalioness
This is facinating! So much to see. It's definitely a winner in my book. Have a wonderful vist :D
wile1
OOooh Pat!! Hugs!! I did not know about your hand! So glad you are better and back to art! This is stunning! it should have won :D... Hugs my dear friend have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy new year!! Send postcards!!! :D
kansas
Oh my! This is simply marvelous! Beautiful artwork. Have a most wonderful time in Scotland with your Mom. Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones. God Bless you all.
lior
Thank you for sharing with us,Pat! Joy Peace and Happiness and Merry Christmas, Lior
carlx
Superb drawing, Pat!!!
kanzler
Nice to see something new from you.Very special drawing.Like it a lot. Wish you nice holidays.Hope to see a new terragen work from you.
Maori
The face expression is formidable, Pat!!! Excellent!
juca
Beautiful job!!!
InnerSerendipity
Fantastic work Pat. Glad your hand is doing much better, Have fun on your Holiday in Scotland. :)
evielouise
why didn't you email me perhaps I could have come to help you! I would u know: well happy your back and your off to scOtland wow can I go meet mom lol U know these are my favorites the u do do beautiful!! I may have it in my favs but if not in it goes RIGHT NOW!!!HAVE FUN TAKE CARE EVEI SHOUTS:::
Vik9740
wonderful sad expression! Happy holidays my friend!
Savage_dragon
Deep & meaninful image, Pat. Sure do miss you around here. Work that hand, girl, we want more! Be well, my friend. ***** ")
Rob2753
It's lovely to see your work again and I'm so sorry to hear about your hand !!! I hope it is much better soon and that you enjoy your Scottish trip :) Beautiful work as always Pat :)
duncanlong
All your "eye" series is interesting but this one really captivates since it is A combination of fantasy and sorrel elements. Nicely done.
sossy
a most beautiful gothic fae impression with a sad expression! outstanding detailed! ;o)