Life has been full – ups and downs – but feeling strong and focused as of late.
While wrapping up my first phase of student teaching high school art, and working towards a masters in art education, I’ve been pursuing my own creative interests. I’m participating in Silicon Valley Open Studios during the first 2 weekends of May and will be selling some of my paintings, pottery, and prints at the art studio I substitute teach at – Drawn2Art in Los Altos.
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Also, during the month of May, one of my latest paintings will be part of Social Policy‘s art show “Chosen Family” in downtown San José. That spot has some great coffee/tea and food if you’re in the area. Opening reception is May 4th, 7PM-10PM.
Title: LandEscapes 12 – My San Joasis
Dimensions: 16″ X 20″
Artist Statement
Relocating to San José was challenging at first because of the drastic change in lifestyle I had to make from living abroad in the Netherlands and elsewhere in California before that. I felt like I couldn’t connect and did not plan on staying for more than one year. However, things change – I changed. The resistance to putting down roots was softened after I found love and a community.
After almost 4 years of living in the area, I can genuinely say I’ve made this place my home – My San Joasis. This painting is a vibrant portrayal of my backyard view. I think it captures the essence of how I’ve made a little oasis with my partner and exhibits the gratitude I have for our space and the family we created.
It’s part of a series of acrylic landscape paintings I call LandEscapes. Ultimately, these works of art were created to remember a connection I had with the earth and to escape into the beauty that I know won’t be around forever.
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Renae Patrice McCollum 