Wendy Givens - Artist's Statement & Bio
"Art is not what you see, but what you make others see" - Edgar Degas
I enjoy every part of the process involved in creating a painting from the initial excitement of sketching out ideas, to the exploration of colors, values and shapes. Recreating for the viewer that spark that caught my attention in the beginning and enabling them to see it too is always one of my goals.
I'm currently working in acrylics on canvas or board. Acrylics are such a versitile medium, allowing me to experiment with vibrant color, shapes and textures. I also like to incorporate collage elements and make use of the many mediums and gels that acrylics offer. Each piece is a challenge and it is rewarding to see where they end up. My hope is that they will bring enjoyment to the viewer.
Wendy was born in Portland, Oregon and has lived in the area all of her life. She has a B.A. in Elementary Education from Western Oregon College and an associates degree in Graphic Design from Portland Community College.
Wendy and her husband, Rick, operate a business providing various services to artists. Sweet Pixels offers giclee printing, graphic design and framing. Working with other artists inspired her to get back into her own drawing and painting. Her work has been shown in Norhwest coffee shops and libraries,Wallflowers Gallery in Canby, and in art shows in the Portland area. She has also been a part of the "Art in Public Spaces" program with her work hanging in several hospital galleries and public service buildings.
I enjoy every part of the process involved in creating a painting from the initial excitement of sketching out ideas, to the exploration of colors, values and shapes. Recreating for the viewer that spark that caught my attention in the beginning and enabling them to see it too is always one of my goals.
I'm currently working in acrylics on canvas or board. Acrylics are such a versitile medium, allowing me to experiment with vibrant color, shapes and textures. I also like to incorporate collage elements and make use of the many mediums and gels that acrylics offer. Each piece is a challenge and it is rewarding to see where they end up. My hope is that they will bring enjoyment to the viewer.
Wendy was born in Portland, Oregon and has lived in the area all of her life. She has a B.A. in Elementary Education from Western Oregon College and an associates degree in Graphic Design from Portland Community College.
Wendy and her husband, Rick, operate a business providing various services to artists. Sweet Pixels offers giclee printing, graphic design and framing. Working with other artists inspired her to get back into her own drawing and painting. Her work has been shown in Norhwest coffee shops and libraries,Wallflowers Gallery in Canby, and in art shows in the Portland area. She has also been a part of the "Art in Public Spaces" program with her work hanging in several hospital galleries and public service buildings.
