Faulkner Lifestyle April 2019~Anniversary Edition

“Our favorite places to paint are the
Rocky Mountains, and both the Pacific
and Atlantic coastal regions. However,
we have found there is beauty all across
the United States. We are often asked
if our love of the outdoors drives us to
capture its beauty on canvas or whether
it is the love of painting that pushes us
to explore nature. For both of us it is a
never-ending cycle. The more beauty
we see, the more we feel driven to paint
it, and painting nature always make us
want to travel.”
“
One of the most fun things we have started
doing over the past few years is setting up shows
in the homes of our collectors around the country.
Often this is a natural progression, as their friends
have asked about their artwork and the artist.
”
—Steve Griffith, Artist
While Vivian and Steve enjoy parallel
careers, each maintains the individuality
of their work. “The way we influence
each other’s art the most is to encourage
experimentation with new styles and
techniques. To quote our friend and
mentor, the late Gene Hatfield, ‘Almost
anything is acceptable in art except
boring art,’” says Steve.
The talented couple does far more
than simply create and market their
work. They are known throughout the
community and beyond for using their
gifts for the greater good. “From the
beginning of our art careers, we have felt
a desire to give back to our community.
While we donate artwork to charitable
causes nationwide, our primary focus is
to raise funds via our artwork for needs
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