Music in the Air Debbie Patrick 2019
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The Performance-Hayward © Debbie Patrick, oil
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Music in the Air
Debbie Patrick
February 8–March 2, 2019
Reception: February 8 • 5–8pm
As a “military brat” who traveled extensively, I have always been fascinated by people in other cultures - their unique faces and personalities. From early on, the main focus of my work has been portraiture. At the age of 14, I studied briefly with Guy Bernardo, and after receiving my first portrait commission while in high school, I was hooked on becoming an artist. I married into a very musical family and, not having a single ounce of musical ability, became an avid listener and lover of all types of music. Unable to create music, I turned instead to painting to express my appreciation of both musicians and dancers, trying to capture them in the act of doing what they love. I enjoy working in the studio, doing figure studies while listening to anything from blues and rock to opera and classical.
The paintings in “Music in the Air” depict a variety of performers - professionals onstage with dramatic lighting, casual outdoor street musicians, dancers waiting in the wings. Alternating between oils and pastels, I let the subject and the quality of light I wish to achieve dictate which medium I use.I always try to capture a subject’s unique personality or mood, especially as reflected in their eyes or a certain gesture.
As a member of several art organizations, including the Pastel Society of the West Coast (Distinguished Artist status), Pastel Society of America, the Marin Society of Artists and Golden Gate Marin Artists, I have exhibited and won awards in juried shows across the United States. www.debbiepatrickart.com
Below is a list highlighting some of my most recent exhibits and awards:
- 2019 Pastel Society of the West Coast - selected to appear in 1st Art Collector Edition featuring 20 top pastelists
- 2018 Solo Show of 30 paintings at Bartolini Gallery, San Rafael
- 2018 Best of Show - Pastel Society of the West Coast Membership Show
- 2018 Pastel Journal Magazine Pastel 100 National Competition - 5th place Award
- 2017 Artist of the Year, Marin County Cultural Association
- 2017 Marin Society of Artists January Exhibit - Best in Show
- 2016 National League of American Pen Women Exhibit, Washington, DC - 1st Place
- 2016 Pastel Society of America Exhibit, National Arts Club, NY, NY
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Jorge © Debbie Patrick, pastel
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