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energy of my surroundings into art also
energizes me. When looking at my work
it’s my hope that these traces of life shine
through the paint,” Adkison said.
He works in oil paint and watercolor, but
also in almost every medium from charcoal
to pastel. Switching mediums can help
"shake things up," Adkison said, with each
medium bringing new ways of working to
each other.
He primes his own canvases, using high
quality ingredients, ensuring the process is
done properly. Applying the paint in brushstrokes
allows him to "show the creator’s
touch in the work.”
“It’s my hope that my art makes others
excited about art. I want them to be
inspired and carry this excitement into creative
projects of their own, into their own
life. In my own life I’ve been influenced by
the art, music, and writing of others. To be
part of this flow of creativity is one of the
most humbling experiences of my life and I
am ever grateful,” he said.
The Guild’s Fall Art Show and Sale Nov.
5 and 6 turned Lynnfield Common and the
Meeting House into a temporary art gallery.
Membership in the Lynnfield Art Guild
is open to artisans, photographers and
artists of all levels, with student, supporting
and family memberships available.
This demonstration is open to all members
via invitation; prospective members
are encouraged to join the Guild at www.
lynnfieldarts.org to take advantage of this
and upcoming special artistic opportunities,
including free attendance at all live and
virtual demonstrations and the ability to
display art, network with other artists and
show pieces in our popular exhibits.
Visit the Guild's website www.lynnfieldarts.org
and check out Lynnfield Arts
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