Contributing Writer: Leesa @leesamedia
We can all agree that [art] is the most silent but loudest of expressions. Art, like words, has a way of speaking to your soul and channeling your inner thoughts. It can make you feel happy, sad, or inspired. The creation of artworks includes several [mediums]; the question is “What’s your style?”
I personally prefer oil and pencil medium-based works. In my opinion, the pencil is a different dynamic within itself. An artist drawing sketches to recreate a person, place or thing is super dope to me. I can’t draw a straight line! It fascinates me literally. My other is oil. The blends, the shapes, the story behind how it was created. I’ve heard a few artists say working with oil paint isn’t the easiest thing to do. I appreciate the work behind it.
In 2018 I added [art] publicist to my CV. Due to my love of artworks and most mediums, I love curating events for expression as well as publications and placement of works. I recently caught up with Mary Lowery, owner of (Artistic Rain) to chat about a few upcoming projects. Read more below on Artistic Rain’s Medium.
- What are your mediums in art and what inspired you?
- I use acrylic and watercolor with fabric to create. My inspiration originally started with drawing pictures from coloring books and painting them. Now my inspo is from God, based around my life experiences.
- How often do you paint and are there things you don’t paint?
- I try to paint twice per month or if someone is looking for a custom piece. If I’m inspired I may paint 3-4 times in a week. I also love a challenge; I don’t limit the painting.
- Can someone buy an original painting, and do you involve yourself with the community?
- Yes you can, pricing varies of course. I’ve been involved in several community-based events with Girl Scouts, Juneteenth Celebrations and recently Hancock Middle School to speak to students about black artworks for Black History Month.
- Do you have any upcoming projects and have you thought about going pro with your work?
- Yes, I’m currently working on a poetry and art book which will be released later this year and my goal is to have my works displayed in a few major art museums.
- What form of expression do you believe your art is and why?
- Art is all types of expressions. It’s a feeling for me. I always say everyone is an artist. You can express art in any form. My Mantra is “Visualize and Believe.”
- Lastly, where do you see your art in the next 3-5 years?
- A dream of mine is to have my own art gallery. I want a space where I can inspire people, mainly women. My work brings about healing and that’s what I would like to offer. I want to be known nationally. God did not give me this gift to only share with the people in my area he wants it to be international.
Mary’s publications include Black Minds Mag (Multidisciplinary Arts Magazine), VoyageATL Magazine, and was displayed during the We Are Here -Stories of Expressions Exhibit in City Hall (Philly).
Follow @artistic_rain1 on IG or visit her website at artisticraincac.com
Written by Leesa @leesamedia