Eva Hunter Art Blog
Art, Whimsy and Joy
this piece needs a title, if I select your suggestion, I'll mail you a print of it
What’s with the new tagline, you ask? Well, it’s not really new per say, it’s just that I’ve been focusing on it more intentionally these days. Seemed to me that if no one knows your tag line, why bother? So, here’s why it’s so important to me and what I hope it brings to light. But before I begin…Hi! It’s me, Eva and moving forward these lil bloggy things I do will sound more like they’re coming from me and not some third person POV. (They’ve all been by me; I was given some bad advice). I’m not normally that formal and aloof. So, for what it’s worth thanks for hanging in there with me while I figured it out!
Art is what it’s all about! As a young girl art was my way of keeping myself out of trouble. It kept me busy and occupied enough to get out of doing additional chores. “Sorry mom, I have to paint this (insert something impressive here), I can’t do the dishes right now.” And then, I would suggest in a helpful manner for her to have my little sister do them! Creating art has always been part of my life. I have aunts, uncles and grandparents on both sides of my family that also painted and created art. Obviously their encouragement influenced me. Art helps me bring to light the images and ideas I imagine, dream, see, and want to explore. It’s my way of sharing beauty with those who see my art.
Whimsy is my favorite! Think about all the characters and little creatures we imagined as kids (well, I did anyways). We had a big willow tree in our backyard, with a big ole treehouse in it that my Dad built for us. I used to spend hours up there just daydreaming away! The whimsy I express in my art is expressive of the playful and odd memories of these childhood fancies, and my current desire to produce art that offers the viewer a chance for a momentary escape. Sometimes a whim overtakes me, and I just have to go with it to see where it takes me. I find it quite enjoyable.
Joy is why I paint and create artwork. The world is both lovely and horrible at times. My mission is to share more joy. It’s really as simple as that. It’s also easier, feels better, and spreads positivity. When you have a piece of art that conveys joy hanging in your space, it illuminates that joy a thousand-fold. Nothing better than that, I say.
The above image is one of my most recent paintings. I’ve been getting back to my original interest in abstract art and have rekindled my old love. With all the new mediums available these days, it’s like being lost in a candy store. I’ve discovered cold wax mediums and acrylics and absolutely love it. This piece needs a title. Help a girl out and email me your suggestions to eva@evahunterart.com If I select your suggestion, I’ll mail you a print of this piece!
Here’s where to find me sharing my Art, Whimsy & Joy………….
Sat. Sept. 7, 11am-5pm Art on the Porches. I’ll be a vendor at this event. Find me on the lawn of 110 Ruskin Ave., Syracuse. This is a great family friendly event! Food trucks, live music, activities galore!
Mon. Sept 9, 11am-12:30pm Small Group Watercolor Lesson in my Studio. $45 per person. Space is limited. Materials provided or bring your own. Call me at 315-699-3077 to reserve your space!
Sat. Sept 28, 11am-3pm Watercolors Freda Kahlo style at the Art Store, Erie Blvd. Contact the store at 315-474-1000 to register.
Sat. Sept 28, 10-4 my merchandise and art will be available for purchase at the Atrium 201 E. Washington St, Syracuse. Sponsored by the CNY Art Guild. (I’ll be teaching at the Art Store during this event.)
Sat. Oct. 12, 10am-4pm MACC (Midstate Athletic Community Center) 5575 Meltzer Ct, Cicero Vending event. Stop in and shop local!
Sat Oct 19, 11am-5pm ArtFest Makers Market, 20 Sicard Ave, New Rochelle, NY. Not local but I’m wicked excited to have been accepted, I just had to share!! NYC here I come!
Nov 1-30, Solo Exhibit at the Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 W. Genesee St, Camillus, NY
Sat. Nov 16, 10am-1pm Cash & Carry. A one-day event during my exhibit offering you an opportunity to purchase my art, and other items. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 w. Genesee St.
Thurs. Dec. 5, 3-4pm Watercolor & Inks at the Brewerton Library, 5440 Bennett St, Brewerton. Contact the library at 315-676-7484 to register. All materials provided.
Sat & Sun Dec 7-8 Plowshares. I’ll be a vendor at this event. Stay tuned for more details.
Whew! That’s enough for now. Plenty to keep this girl busy. Some of you have asked about my glass ornaments, and when they’ll be available. As of today, I am planning on bringing them out for the first time this season at the Oct 12 event at the MACC. I hope to see you at some of these events. As always, thank you for your support of my small art business. You are truly appreciated, and it just makes my day when I hear from you!!
Studio Happenings
Not gonna lie, that was a little intimidating for me! (and as you’ll read also included many teachable and laughable moments)
Hello again! It’s been a busy summer of art making, exhibits, teaching and sharing my love of artistic exploration with you all! My students have explored new ways to use alcohol inks, had lessons in watercolor, pastel painting, acrylic painting technique and plein air painting. (Check out student Shari F. Lemons acrylic painting below) In between teaching, I’ve delved into the world of live Facebook videos! Not gonna lie, that was a little intimidating for me! (and as you’ll read also included many teachable and laughable moments)
In one of my first FB live videos my camera/phone popped right off the try-pod! It was pretty funny and taught me to make sure that lil sucker is in there correctly! Oh, and cleaning the camera lens, yup, that’s a thing you should do BEFORE you go live. sigh. You can’t make this stuff up. If you’d like a good chuckle go ahead and check em out on Facebook. You’ll find them in my group, links will take you there: https://www.facebook.com/groups/evahunterartstudio Eva Hunter Art Studio FB Group
Now that classes are well underway I want to let you know where to find them. In addition to private/small group lessons in my studio located in Clay, NY you can find me teaching in and around Central NY.
Here’s my class schedule for the next few months:
Nov. 20, 10:30-12:30 or 2:00-4:00 Alcohol Ink Holiday Ornaments at the Art Store $25 All materials provided! Sign up at the Art Store 935 Erie Blvd East, Syracuse, NY or call them at 315-474-1000
Dec 11, 1:00-3:00 Alcohol Ink Holiday Ornaments at Karl’s Custom Framing, 243 S. Peterboro St, Canastota, NY Call Danielle at Karl’s 315-877-8904 to register.
Keep an eye out for more classes at The Everson & The Art Store and Karl’s Custom Framing in the new year! Pastel classes, acrylic pouring and alcohol inks are on the list!
SHOP LOCAL KEEP YOUR FAVORITE ARTISTS IN BUSINESS
The Holiday shopping season is here! Find Eva Hunter Art & Merchandise at these locations and events:
Art Mart Opens Nov 5, 11:00am located in the former Urban Outfitters 221 Walton Street, Syracuse, NY
CNY Art Guild Holiday Art & Craft Fair Nov 13, 10:00-4:00 at the Cicero American Legion, 5575 Legionnaire Dr, Cicero, NY
Night Market Nov 27, 3:00-10:00PM at Sky Armory, 351 S Clinton St, Syracuse, NY
BCA Gift Fair Dec 4, 11:00-4:00 at Brewerton Center for the Arts of CNY, 9660 Brewerton Rd, Brewerton, NY
In October during the CNY Art Guild Art Show & Sale at Aspen House in Radisson I was awarded an Honorable Mention for my painting, Turquoise Browed Mot-Mot. See photo above with Bev L. and my disheveled self (I was totally surprised and a mess but wanted picture anyways) This was the first time I ever received an Honorable Mention for my art. It feels great and I am so humbled by the recognition!
Original Art makes great gifts! Please keep me in mind when planning your holiday gift giving. If you’ve ever wondered how painting sizes compare to one another check out the handy Painting Size Guide image above. I can create custom art in any size (even bigger than the samples given) My prices are reasonable and fair. Contact me with any questions and a complimentary consultation.
Update to my ehunterartist Instagram account; I changed it to evahunterart . Please follow me at Instagram
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