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The Kind Kimberly McGuiness

1/24/2016

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Do you like painting and art? Say hello to Kimberly McGuiness. Here is the interview we had with her. Make sure you check out the pictures of her amazing work too.




Candie and Michelle:
Tell us a little about yourself.

Kimberly McGuiness: I'm a risk-taker at heart and thrive when challenged. I'm an activist for deaf and hard of hearing citizens and believe in making a difference in the world and in people lives. I'm a carefree spirit which becomes easily bored when the lack of adventure is not present and I always stand tall and proud for what I believe, even if I'm the only one standing.


I'm 1 of 13 recipients in The United States who received the Presidential Citizenship Medal in August 2010. The 2nd highest honor/medal bestowed to a United States Citizen by the President. My fellow peers and I made history as the 13 of us became the first group of everyday citizens to receive such an honor from 6,000 nominations. In the past, this medal was usually reserved for those who were already famous.

My goals are helping to improve the quality of life for others, financial freedom, and giving back to communities, through my art and creative imagination.

I have the discipline for achievement, the passion to take on the world and make a difference, the willingness to tackle a new challenge, the optimism for positive affirmation, self -esteem and confidence.


Candie and Michelle: Congrats on your award! We feel proud to know you. Did you go to school for art?


Kimberly McGuiness: No, I’m in the group of self-taught artists and my inspiration can come from anywhere at any time. I often experiment with my own inventive processes, while often creating pieces using whatever happens to inspire me at the time, transcending a notion into a unique piece of work.


Candie and Michelle: You are really talented. Have you always liked art and been naturally talented and creative? How long have you been doing it?


Kimberly McGuiness:  I have always been a creative spirit my whole life but my true love has been for my art since I was in elementary school. My artwork received a Certificate of Achievement from the Florida Winter Park Arts Festival in 1976-1977. I went through the grades exploring art and developing my creativity through my high school graduation.


My life took a different turn when I was blessed with my daughter Julia in 1988. She is a ray of sunshine surrounded by an infectious loving spirit who is living with deaf autism. After her birth my art was on hold for many years until 2008 when I started back with my journaling which then lead me to where I am today with my work.


Candie and Michelle: You are truly an inspiring person. :) What things inspire you to make a certain piece of art?

Kimberly McGuiness: My creations are contemplative moments in my mind, where vision and energy masterfully undergo a metamorphosis. Patterns and textures from nature and cultures around the world and my own imagination are my greatest influences. Fine lined pens, paper tiles, art canvases, wood, paint, recycled materials and the computer are among my favorite tools in giving my creations life.


Candie and Michelle:  :)  What was the most challenging piece of art you have ever made?

Kimberly McGuiness:  A 23x48 mixed media piece on underlayment, inspired by Van Gogh. It has been my biggest piece thus far. It is a country scene with about 30 layers of paint in the background before building the final top layers. I call it ‘Country Stars’. The piece took about 3 weeks to complete and this is also my favorite piece. I have it above my fire place.


Candie and Michelle: Wow! That sounds amazing! I hope to see it one day. Tell us about being part of the Rome Community Heart Project. 


Kimberly McGuiness: This is the second year in a row my design has been chosen for the project. For me it is a great honor to be able to contribute to a great cause for awareness about health in a fun way. The project has a great group of local artists who put their own unique talent of work on hearts made of foam and covered in a thin layer of concrete. The concrete helps them to stand the elements of weather during the month of February when they will be on display around the community helping to raise awareness for heart health. Its fun and I enjoy the project and being selected as part of the group and not to mention the exposure for my work, every little bit helps.

Candie and Michelle: Great job on being chosen! Can't wait to see the hearts around Rome. What advice do you have for other aspiring artists?


Kimberly McGuiness:  Be open to learning and sharing new things. Connect with others artists and don’t be afraid to ask questions we really are here to help each other. Get your hands dirty in it, sling the paint, enjoy the process and have Fun!

That is great advice! Thank you so much Kimberly for taking the time to sit down with us!
                                      -Candie and Michelle

Make sure you check out pictures of Kimberly's work below. You can find Kimberly at the following links:

Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/KimberlyMcGuinessArt/


Website:
http://www.kimberlymcguiness.com/

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The Della Mae Art Studio

9/13/2014

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We recently had the privilege of interviewing Mrs. Elaine Bramlett Sloan of the Della Mae Art Studio. She is extremely talented and we feel very honored that she agreed to be featured on our website this week. Here is her interview.

1. Did you go to school for art? I took art classes all through school. I went to Kennesaw State University and studied criminal law. I should have gone for art, but I was too far into my major to change it. I went back after graduating and did their art program -- just because I really wanted too.

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Have you always liked art and been naturally talented and creative? I have always drawn and painted since I could hold a pencil. I used to draw on anything that was blank. My favorite thing as a child was to draw in the blank pages of my mother's books. She probably was not thrilled about it, but she never discouraged it either!

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Besides art, do you have any other talents?  I really can't do much else!! I can't sing, or do anything musical. I can teach, which I guess is a talent! It is all about breaking down things in a simpler form so that people can see how it is done. Painting is the same way.

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hat things inspire you to make a certain piece of art? Lots of things can inspire me. I enjoy folk art, and things with bright happy colors. The more imperfect it looks, the better I like it ! Van Gogh, Matisse, and various local artists keep me inspired. I see color as an inspiration also. I have been on a cobalt blue kick lately and I want to incorporate that color into my paintings. I have been using it a lot in my home.

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How did you come up with the name for your Art Studio? Della Mae is my grandmother. The hat lady is a painting of my mom. I combined the two and it all became Della Mae Art Studio. Those are the two ladies that have meant the most to me in my life!

6. How long have you had your art studio and been teaching classes? I have had my home studio almost 4 years now. My reason for doing this in my home centers around my family. I have a son who has a disability and I am needed here at home, but I also need to bring in some income.

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Is it hard juggling a family and finding the time to teach classes? Teaching art in my home has been a blessing for me. God just seemed to have it worked out for me. I can balance my family life and do what I love to do with art at the same time!

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What advice would you give someone who wants to take a class but doesn't consider themselves to be artistic? The first thing people think is that they cannot paint. They often say they cannot draw a stick figure! You do not have to know how to paint or draw to come to my studio. I take you step by step through the painting process. I often will draw the design or have a pattern to follow. I keep it simple so that it is fun and easy. The most important part is that I believe there no mistakes in art, only opportunities. I teach art as imperfection, not perfection. The main purpose is to relax and have fun for a couple of hours. I promise no one will leave with a bad painting!!! I have many first time painters come to me, and now after a couple of years of painting, they are off painting on their own!! All I can say, is just come give it a try!

Thank you so much Elaine for your candid interview and making us all feel a little more confident in our artistic abilities.  Now presenting, Mrs. Elaine Bramlett Sloan's wonderful artwork.



This is the link to get in contact with the Della Mae Art Studio on Facebook. Please go check out Mrs. Sloan's other works of art and sign up to take one of her classes and make a masterpiece of your very own.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Della-Mae-Art-Studio/145609458845547
                                                                      -Candie Bradfield & Michelle Jetton
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