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Artist Statement:
The Calling
I'll never cease to be amazed
at how God enables the willing
hearted. I come before Him
with little to offer, but the
desire to know Him better, and
be an instrument of His
affection. To step out in
faith, and put the paintbrush
to canvas, creating the small
details of a much bigger
picture.
The desire to paint stories
from His Word came from Him to
begin with, once I
acknowledged and started the
work His grace would take
over. I then recieve greater
inspiration which becomes the
compelling force that further
fuels my passion to paint.
When the work is complete I
find myself overwhemed by just
having been involved in
something that is much greater
than I could fully understand.
To know that God has
collaberated with me, allowed
my hand to be His tool, His
breathing the very life into
the work, this is the greater
experience. When the art is
finished I pray that people
who view the art will also
connect with God and that they
too will experience Him as
they see His love for them
through these windows of
canvas. For myself, to serve
Him in this way is ...
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Denise Armstrong Biography:
| Biographical information for Denise Armstrong can be found below. The artist may choose what information to display. Sometimes the artist chooses not to display personal information to the general public. |
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Age
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54
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| Gender |
Female
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| Status |
Married
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| Children |
3
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| Religion |
Christian |
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| Education |
Undergraduate Degree |
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| Hobbies / Interests |
glasswork, writing, reading, gardening, cooking |
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| Favorite Artistic Medium |
Drawing Pen
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| Favorite Arthistory Movement |
Expressionism - (1905 - 1945)
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| Favorite Visual Artist |
Vincent Van Gogh
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| Favorite Work of Art |
Cypress in Fields
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| Biggest Artistic Inspiration |
God |
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| Why Did You Become An Artist |
I was compelled at a very young age 7 yrs. old or so to paint and draw objects, places and faces around me. Once I started I never stopped and now have been creating professionally for about 34 yrs. |
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| Your Personal Biography |
A cultural heritage has provided her with an aptitude and appreciation for art. Born into a family where the continuity of artists has bridged generations, came opportunities to develope and expand the resources for her work. Extensive travels have allowed her to befriend many people over the years. These influences have enriched Denise's canvas from which she draws. Much of her work reflects human emotion and family. Despite genetic legacy, she has emerged in this time with her own style and interpretation of Truth and reality as it is revealed and exists for her.
Denise's strong faith in God is the medium with which she begins each piece, understanding that art is God's tool for her. This knowledge enables and empowers her to do the work. This work is a mirror of her spirit. It reflects the love and compassion she has for others and her appreciation for the creator's work.
Teaching in the Houston Independent School District, for The Contemporary Arts Museum, has given her the desire to continue to teach and mentor others. Though Denise has had some art college experience, her training has been progressive as she expresses her work through a myriad of mediums.
Some projects have ranged from simple sculptures, portraiture, pen and ink drawings and illustrations, to large canvas oils and murals. She is also a graphic designer with a penchant for bold and bright colors that add impact to professional images. Denise has designed for the retail market and also enjoys the privilege of painting for the private collector.
Although she has been called an 'Impressionist ', Denise's artistic personality is more appropriately described as ' Expressionistic '. All of her creations are a reflection of her soul. From primitive carvings to bold graphics. Denise reveals what is imprinted on the core of her heart. This talent surpasses the capability of words. No author can give proper homage to her work with language; Denise's art must be experienced.
Contributors:
The Buffalo and Erie County Arts Council
Frank Lee, Arts Marketing Consultant
Trish Stewart, Writer and Friend |
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