NAOMI DIRACLES: From the time of the Old Masters to the present time, "COLLAGE" has been respected and dynamic ART FORM. The technique of pasting paper or other foreign elements onto the picture surface is NOT new. I have been creating COLLAGE/MIXED MEDIA ART WORK for sevreal years. My work reflects both traditional and contemporary themes. It is the selection of materials or images to be used — that becomes the most thoughtt-provoking and challenging process for me. Once the selection is made, the collage material is combined with other art techniques to create a visually balanced composition. My focus is always the same— COLOR, FORM and COMPOSITION. Also important to me — are the principles of design- which enable me to achieve visual harmony and unity in my work. ART has always been an important part of my life and now more than ever creating is my passion. My earlier years involved painting, printing and experimenting with all techniques. Finally it was NO surprise that I became a 'MIXED-MEDIUM" artist. Although COLLAGE is not a new art techique- for me it opened the door to new interpretations and experimentation using and changing images (both mine and others) to create my artwork. It requires a great deal of time, talent, and concentration to execute a successful piece— and I am hooked! Naomi Diracles is currently retired, and all of her artworks are for sale to benefit animal welfare. |
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lightworksarts@gmail.com JESS EPSTEIN Clouds, wings, ladders and lightbulbs are all images that can 'Lift Me Up." My art is symbolic for society's way of climbing out of the miasma into a more beautiful and spiritual place. I use wood, paint, encaustic, ceramics, metal and found objects in an attempt to raise humankind's hope and connection to our higher nature. |
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KATHY EPSTEIN: I used to be a South Florida and Long Island, New York artist. Since 2021, I am now a Saratoga Springs, NY artist! I studied art under Jules Olitsky at C. W. Post College, (LIU) and have attended the Fort Lauderdale Art Institute, The Art School in Boca Raton, The Academy of Art in Fort Lauderdale, and have worked in a studio environment in upstate New York. I currently reside in upstate New York. I like experimenting with many types of media. Among some of these are collages with a social message. In my work, I use found objects, recycled materials, tissue paper, newspaper, and photos I have taken. I believe in trying to help the environment where I can. Creating “outside of the box” appeals to me and my work slants toward the abstract, expressionism, and/or impressionism. I am looking for a style and I think the search may be the style. In any event, my art is still evolving and I am enjoying the process. For questions about my work: kathyepstein40@gmail.com. |