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In the Studio with Artist Amy Holt Cline

California native, Amy Cline, channels sunshine and good vibes in her artwork. Much of her work is inspired by the ocean, nature and the rhythms of life which is evident in the vivid color palette that sprawls across her canvases. Amy’s brightly colored pieces emanate happiness and positivity. Much of her work is also set at a larger scale, making them very inviting to view and experience the pigment, textures and patterns.

Cline studied art at the University of the Arts and receive her M. A. in Art Education. She went on to develop a method of teaching science concepts utilizing art theory in her classroom. She also completed an apprenticeship under Philadelphia based artist, James Dupree and has exhibited her work in both Philadelphia and Brooklyn art spaces.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiApril 19, 2022Maryland, painter, acrylic, vivid, mixed media, nature

In the Studio with Maryland Artist Maiya M. Lonesome

Maryland Artist Maiya Lonesome, creates works of art that are raw expressions of emotion and feeling. "When I lost my voice, I taught my hands to speak for my soul". She has always been artistic and found comfort in the world that she gets lost in when she creates. Much of her early work was black & white, charcoal and graphite, but a few years ago she realized that she could express herself in color and in paint as well. Maiya’s has a broad range of work, some that are very realistic and some that are completely abstract, filled with vibrant colors. Her original artworks can be purchased as well as prints and other products with her work on them.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiJanuary 21, 2022Maryland, painter, portrait, mixed media

In the Studio with Maryland Artist Varada (Vivi) Vaidya

Originally from India, Varada Vaidya moved to Maryland in 2015. Her background is in atmospheric science and she works as science support at NASA/Goddard. (How cool!) Though she has no formal training in art, her pieces are fabulous and her talent is inherent. Varada works in many mediums and each type of work that she creates has its own unique style. Her painted sticks are very graphic with a very bold use of color and air of the side of playfulness; Her oil paintings and pastel drawings tend to sway more toward realism with tighter lines and wonderful use of shadowing; And her hand-painted vases and vessels illustrate her heritage with their detailed patterns and fine lines.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiDecember 14, 2021Maryland, painter, landscape, realism, glass, mixed media

In the Studio with Artist Paul Hoyt

Paul Hoyt, a Delaware resident, began his artistic journey after retiring from Healthcare Management. He began studying art in 2012, enrolling in various art courses including drawing, watercolor, acrylic and oil painting. He acknowledges Linda Minkowski for guiding his creative accomplishments. A sailing enthusiast, Paul’s works often depict nautical themes, namely scenes from the Chesapeake Bay, though he has also begun to broaden his subject areas to architectural themes and portraits. His style has an impressionistic quality through his emphasis of light and it’s fluctuations in his portrayals of modern life in the natural world. This is very evident in his representation of sun glistening on the water and highlighting chrome and glass.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiDecember 13, 2021Maryland, painter, portrait, nautical, architecture, impressionism

In the Studio with Maryland Artist Robin Lazarus-Berlin

University of Maryland graduate, Robin Lazarus-Berlin, has recently shifted her focus from graphic communications to pursue her passion for oil painting. After twenty years running her own design studio and working for clients such as Time-Life, Marriott International, Maytag, and Georgetown University, Robin decided in 2020 to concentrate on developing her art. Studying under Glen Kessler at The Compass Atelier and Walter Bartman, Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro, and Maud Taber-Thomas at The Yellow Barn Studio in Glen Echo, her work has evolved into incredibly composed and technically dynamic pieces. Her canvases are filled with rich, deep colors that radiate a moody tone. Her subject matter, ranging from still lifes and landscapes to flowers and portraits, exhibits her incredible eye for realism. Since 2020 she has been involved in several juried art shows including Rockville Art League Juried Members’ Spring Show where she was awarded third prize.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiDecember 12, 2021Maryland, painter, landscape, still life, portrait, flower, realism

In the Studio with Maryland Artist Sheela Belur

After many years as an aerospace professional with a doctoral degree in mathematics, artist Sheela V. Belur retired from her career and began painting with encouragement from her daughter. She has been painting for about 6 years, focusing on Maryland landscapes and illustrative pieces inspired by Hindu scriptures. Utilizing watercolor, water-based oil and acrylic paint, with visible brush strokes and bright colors, Sheela’s artwork has an impressionistic quality with whimsical nature. Sheela paints mainly because she finds it relaxing, and her artwork radiates that peaceful feeling.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiDecember 11, 2021Maryland, painter, landscape, impressionism

In the Studio with Maryland Artist Catherine Rohsner

Maryland artist, Catherine Rohsner, is a watercolorist who concentrates on still lifes, landscapes and architectural scenes. Her watercolor paintings follow the impressionistic tradition of capturing light, and she does it beautifully through her technique and strong grasp of color. Because of her inherent knowledge of the medium, her pieces have a sense of realism with a hint of whimsy and airiness. “Teatime Rose” really captures her ability as an artist, illustrating her technical talent as well as her attention to detail and composition. Catherine has been creating art since she was young but also is an urban fantasy author and copywriter.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiDecember 10, 2021Maryland, painter, watercolor, still life, landscape, architecture, impressionism

In the Studio with Maryland Artist Marty Spence

Fine artist, Marty Spence, is a Maryland native who gathers inspiration from her life, surroundings and nature. Rich color fills the canvas of her oil paintings and thoughtful strokes in pencil and charcoal cover the page of her drawings. Marty began her artistic journey in 1997 when she was 50. Her passion and talent were evident to her instructor, who encouraged Marty to pursue art further. It wasn’t until 2017 that she was able to devote herself to her work. Since then she has had her work displayed in several solo exhibitions including Reeves Art Gallery and Atwaters. Several of her pieces are also held in private collections at Sheppard Pratt Health Care System Hospital and in Charles Reeves personal collection.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiDecember 9, 2021Maryland, painter, realism, tonalism, water based oil, acrylic

In the Studio with Artist Kimmary MacLean

As a child Kimmary would spend hours perfecting her drawings, as a teenager she would hide in my room painting, and as an adult her version of a vacation is sketching or painting in a new place.

Today, she can be found painting, drawing, photographing, or working digitally on the computer, as well as, teaching ballet at the National Ballet Institute for the Arts or leading art programs at The Creative and Performing Arts of South County, which she founded in January 2014.

Here’s Kimmary talking about her art, process and experience………..

In the Studio with Artist Liza Figueroa

We ask artists from community, to tell their story, talk about their technique and how they achieve success as an artist. As we celebrate Women’s month, we wanted to highlight the strong women artists in our community and Liza was someone that we wanted to learn more about. She currently lives in Linthicum, Maryland and when she’s not creating art, she works at Medstar Harbor Hospital.

Check out the new In the Studio blog and learn more about Liza and her artwork!

In the Studio with Visual Artist and CAC New Instructor Brandon Buckson

The Chesapeake Arts Center is excited to have visual artist instructor Brandon Buckson come teach at the Art center. His role as an artist is also complemented by his role as educator. When he’s not creating art, he teaches visual art classes.

Here’s Brandon talking about his art, process and experience.

In the Studio with Artist Jen Sterling

Jen Sterling is an Annapolis-based artist who is an abstract expressionist, colorist, entrepreneur, wife and mother. She graduated from George Washington University earning a BA in Visual Communications with a minor in Psychology.

Check out the latest In the Studio blog about Jen talking about her artwork.

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