Cheeky Cardinal - Greeting Card

Artist Bio

Throughout her life, as a sideline to a busy career, Diane explored various modes of artistic expression. Pottery: Hand building and glazing skills gave her a taste. She discovered that the organic process of working with clay and 'throwing' pieces on the wheel was a very satisfying activity. She maintains her interest in pottery to this day.
Some years later, Diane pursued Stained Glass. Cutting, foiling, and soldering skills segued to the use of lead came. While working in the glass studio, she took some workshops to learn about fusing glass. This became a 'hot' pursuit: glass is cut, then assembled into the design or piece and finally fired in a kiln. After a few years of fusing in the studio, her mentor invited her to become a teacher there.
Diane began the study of watercolour in 2014. In juried shows where she has participated, she has won awards including firsts and Best in Show. Her predominant style is called 'photo realism', marked generally by her bold use of colour. She draws inspiration from the natural world, travel experiences, waterfront scenes, vintage scenes, modern art and impressionism, photography, and family members.
Currently, Diane is exploring expressing herself in both acrylic and watercolour.