Visual Language Magazine Contemporary Fine Art Vol 2 No 8

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Angela Sullivan
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When did you realize you loved art and wanted to be ‘an artist’
Art has always been a part of my life though uncontrolled and in its
rawest form. Some of the fondest memories of my childhood are of the
times I made countless intricate paper doll clothes. When I was 16 my
mother bought me a wood art box filled with oil paints. I did not know
how to paint or anything about painting and so with much determination
my journey began. Now a day without painting is a day that I feel
in the depths of my soul that something is amiss.
Who has been the greatest influence from your past to mentor you to this career
My father was my greatest influence. From as far back as I can remember he always told me that I can do
anything if I wanted to bad enough. He would tell me that my paintings were good even from my very first efforts
which were actually far from being good.
Who is your mentor today, or another artist you admire and why
Two artists who have greatly affected my life and encouraged me when I have felt like giving up are Hilda
Muxo Klinger and Carol Blackburn who comment on my blog almost daily. They both have been a great inspiration
to me and have given me the push I needed to stay on course.
What is your favorite surface to paint on Describe it if you make it yourself.
I love to paint on gallery wrapped canvas. 6x6 is my size of choice but of course I paint larger as the need arises.
What brand of paints do you use
Winsor & Newton artist grade paints. I have also used Gamblin with satisfaction.
Do you have a favorite color palette
I usually use the same colors but add a few rogue ones in just for good measure. Pthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue,
Zinc White, Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Light, Cadmium Yellow Light, Burnt Umber. I do add Permanent
Rose and sometimes Sap Green for special touches.
What is your favorite color in your palette
Permanent Rose by Winsor & Newton
What subject appears the most in your paintings and why
I add cherries quite often to my still life paintings. They are just right when you just need to add a little something
here or there. The subject which I love to paint the most are cows. Any time I paint a cow I find myself
smiling for no particular reason.
How often do you paint How many hours a week
I paint daily. I would say that I paint approximately 20-30 hours a week.
How would you like to be remembered
I would like to be remembered as a peacemaker.
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