Donna

Slade

Donna S. Slade dsladeart@gmail.com www.donnasladeart.com www.facesofcolombiaexhibiton.com 919.880.3015 Working primarily in colored pencils I create contemporary realism works featuring a straightforward approach to representational art. Observing closely, I have a desire to capture and portray a series of objects and their physical appearance in reality. Coming from a background in art direction, graphic design and illustration, I make use of dramatic lighting, strong composition and a full range of values. Working from dark to light with a process of applying 30-40 layers of color, I can produce a bold and vibrant painterly effect. Publications: 13th Annual Strokes of Genius Best of Drawing Competition Winner International Artist Magazine Feature - Grand Prize Winner People & Figures Challenge Art Collectors Magazine Feature Article Strokes of Genius 9, Best of Drawing Inspiring Subjects, F+W Media, Inc. NY The Best of Colored Pencil Society of America Signature Showcase, Crane Dance Publications Colored Pencil Treasures Colored Pencil Masterworks Around the Globe, Ann Kullberg, WA, USA Colored Pencil Treasures Volume, I, II, III, IV, V, Ann Kullberg, WA, USA The Best of American Pastel Artists & Artisans Organizations: Co-Owner of Fine Art at Baxters Fine Art Galelry, New Bern, NC Signature Member, Colored Pencil Society of America (CPSA) - (10-year International Exhibitions) North Carolina Colored Pencil Chapter 114 (Past President) North Carolina Pastel Society of North Carolina (Past President) North Carolina Triangle Artist Guild International Guild of Realism North Carolina Craven Arts Council and Gallery

Working primarily in colored pencils I create contemporary realism works featuring a straightforward approach to representational art. Observing closely, looking past the obvious, my goal is to capture and portray objects and their physical appearance in reality. I desire those that see my work to discover the unique beauty in everyday objects and places. Coming from a background in art direction, graphic design and illustration, I make use of dramatic lighting, strong composition and a full range of values.

Colored Pencil

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Donna S. Slade

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