Artist of the Week: Cheryl Johnson

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Doreen/Salon of Art

WEEK 5: JANUARY 11th, 2012

Chairul Art

I stumbled into Cheryl’s Greeting Card Universe Store a few months ago and fell in love with her style and versatility of subject matter. I just had to share with those of you who have not visited the art of Cheryl Johnson, her fun and unique talent! She graduated in 2000 with a BFA at the Maine College of Art and in addition to being a working artist, Cheryl is a proud mother of four! She says her art is inspired by pattern, colors and shapes, leaning towards the detail which inspires her from Tibetan mandala art.

“I found a lot of joy in drawing pieces that made people look, then look again. I do dabble in conservative subject matter but my heart is always drawn back into the realm of the absurd…the place I live when I escape into my imagination. It’s a good place. I like it there.” Cheryl Johnson

I wanted to share the creations of Cheryl Johnson by taking you on a journey through her world of art. Enjoy Chairul Art, and please be sure to visit her sites, leave her a comment on this blog and SHARE HER ART with the WORLD!

Visit Cheryl Johnson – at Greeting Card Universe by clicking any card below!

Visit Cheryl Johnson – at Cafepress!

See you next week with another talent to share with the world!

Artist of the Week: Adam Thomas

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Doreen/Salon of Art

WEEK 4: NOVEMBER 30th, 2011

The Art of ADAM THOMAS

Adam certainly doesn’t need any help for the world to know who he is, but I’m such a huge fan that I had to share his amazing art with all of you. I first began to follow Adam when he joined Greeting Card Universe on July 16th, 2011. I fell instantly in love with his use of color and recognizable style of oil paintings. Each just draws you in and evokes a range of emotion and often a feeling of whimsy. Adam studied at the Center for Creative Studies, in Michigan, majoring in Fine Art. His paintings have been shown in galleries across the United States, were featured in the 2011 Lake Forest Showhouse and Gardens and also in Traditional Home Magazine. Adam’s love for nature and animals extends to creating custom pet portraits in pastel.

I wanted to share the creations of Adam Thomas by taking you on a journey through his world of art. Enjoy The Art of Adam Thomas, please be sure to visit all his sites, leave him a comment on this blog and SHARE HIS ART with the WORLD!

Visit Adam Thomas – at Greeting Card Universe by clicking any card below!

Visit Adam Thomas – at Fine Art America!

Visit Adam-Thomas.com

Be sure to follow Adam on Facebook !

See you next week with another talent to share with the world!

Artist of the Week: Molly Harrison!

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Doreen/Salon of Art

WEEK 3: NOVEMBER 16th, 2011

The Fantasy Art of MOLLY HARRISON

In a town nearby my very own Sierra Foothill residence, Molly creates in her home-based studio located in northern California. Using primarily watercolor and ink, she brings the viewer into a world of fantasy which makes us feel as though we’ve stepped into our favorite childhood fairytale. Molly says; “One of my main inspirations, besides nature, spirit and soul, has been childrens books. I find the soft, lightheartedness in many of the works of art out there soul quenching.” In college her career began as a musician, majoring in vocals where she was a member of a band and met her husband. After several years, she made the decision to pursue illustration graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Illustration Design.

I wanted to share the ‘magic’ of Molly Harrison by taking you on a journey through her world of fantasy art. Enjoy the sampling of Molly Harrison’s Art below, please be sure to visit all her sites, leave her a comment on this blog and SHARE HER ART with the WORLD!

Visit The Fantasy Art of Molly Harrison at Greeting Card Universe by visiting any of these card links:

Visit Molly Harrison on Zazzle – Here’s a sampling of what you’ll find!

Be sure to stop by and visit Molly at Molly Harrison Art, follow her on Facebook and to see some more GORGEOUS creations swing over to Heaven and Earth Designs!

See you next week with another talent to share with the world!

Artist of the Week: Olivia Myers!

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Doreen/Salon of Art

WEEK 2: NOVEMBER 9th, 2011

OLIVIA MYERS of Olivia and Company

I have been drawn to Olivia’s work from the moment I first saw it, hers is a style that just makes you smile. She describes herself as being a ‘kid at heart’ and that is so well expressed in her artwork which is mainly whimsical watercolor illustrations. Olivia majored in fine art and psychology after which her career in art began with freelancing for companies such as; Bradford Exchange, Gibson Greetings and as an exclusive artist at Annette Funicello Collectible Bear Company. Today you’ll find Olivia at her own business Olivia and Company which is quickly spreading across the world-wide-web. Look for Olivia at AlexandRienne.com a family owned and operated business where she is one of the creatives who share ideas on t-shirts for the world to enjoy. Also stop by the Olivia and Company Graphic Site where you can find Scrap-booking goodies, art for Embroidery and so much more by becoming a member.

Enjoy the sampling of Olivia and Company below, please be sure to visit all her sites her, leave her a comment on this blog and above all else SHARE HER ART with the WORLD!