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Artist Statement:
Artist's Statement
I am inspired primarily
by my reverence for nature. My
pictures come from many
places, such as my native
Virginia and other states I
have visited, notably the
southwest landscapes of
Arizona and New Mexico. I love
the challenge of photographing
animals: birds - especially
baby birds and their nests -
butterflies, cats, deer, and
so on. I am fascinated by the
power of the camera to freeze
moments which pass so quickly
they are easily missed. These
include not only living things
such as flowers and trees
blowing in the wind, but also
rocks, cliffs, clouds, and
landscapes as they are changed
by wind, storms, and shadows
in shifting sunlight from
sunrises to sunsets and
twilight.
Although nature
photography is my first love,
I also enjoy taking portraits,
and happily take commissions
for special photographic or
graphic projects. When
choosing which of my thousands
of images to offer as limited
edition Giclée prints, I look
for a spiritual quality,
dramatic composition and
sumptuous color. Whether you
choose to order prints or are
simply here to browse, I hope
you enjoy the pictures I
exhibit.
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Artist Exhibitions:
Animals of
the Blue Ridge and Beyond
Pastels and Giclée
Photographs by Miriam A.
Kilmer
April
1st ~ 30th, 2008
Please join us to celebrate
Earth Day and meet the artist
at the
Reception
April 20th, 1 ~ 4 p.m.
Organic and local snacks were
served.
The Art Group
5906...
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Artist Galleries:
Galleries that represent my
Work:
The Art League Gallery,
Alexandria, VA (dozens of
juried shows in the 1980’s
and 2000’s. I was a member
of the Art League “Bin
Gallery” in 1984-85,
1985-86, 1988-89, 2004-05,
2005-06, 2007-08, 2008-09;
requires participation in ...
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Miriam A Kilmer Biography:
| Biographical information for Miriam A Kilmer 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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57
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| Gender |
Female
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| Status |
Married
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| Children |
99
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| Religion |
Disciples of Christ |
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| Education |
Masters of Fine Arts |
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| Hobbies / Interests |
singing, ecology, human rights |
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| Favorite Artistic Medium |
Photography Color
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| Favorite Arthistory Movement |
Post-Impressionism - (1885 - 1905)
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| Favorite Visual Artist |
F. C. Frieseke
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| Favorite Work of Art |
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| Biggest Artistic Inspiration |
Artist's Statement
I am inspired primarily by my reverence for nature. My pictures come from many places, such as my native Virginia and other states I have visited, notably the southwest landscapes of Arizona and New Mexico. I love the challenge of photographing animals: birds - especially baby birds and their nests - butterflies, cats, deer, and so on. I am fascinated by the power of the camera to freeze moments which pass so quickly they are easily missed. These include not only living things such as flowers and trees blowing in the wind, but also rocks, cliffs, clouds, and landscapes as they are changed by wind, storms, and shadows in shifting sunlight from sunrises to sunsets and twilight.
Although nature photography is my first love, I also enjoy taking portraits, and happily take commissions for special photographic or graphic projects. When choosing which of my thousands of images to offer as limited edition Giclée prints, I look for a spiritual quality, dramatic composition and sumptuous color. Whether you choose to order prints or are simply here to browse, I hope you enjoy the pictures I exhibit. |
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| Why Did You Become An Artist |
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| Your Personal Biography |
Virginia Artist Miriam A. Kilmer
Please note that some of my photographs are listed as framed and some are not; they are all available either way. Naturally the framed photographs are more expensive!
Miriam Kilmer has been surrounded by the arts since early childhood. Her parents founded Green Hedges Elementary School (still flourishing in Vienna, VA) in order to give their ten children a superior education with emphasis on the arts. Her ancestors include poets Joyce and Aline Kilmer and American Impressionist Frederick C. Frieseke. (Miriam's experience in the challenges of preserving Frieseke's works on paper has encouraged her to use archival materials in her own artwork.) Enriched by this background, Miriam and all of her siblings have continued to develop their artistic talents throughout their lives.
Miriam earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and Printmaking at UNC-G, and her Masters in Theology rom De Sales School of Theology. She has led art workshops with children and adults, worked as a portrait studio photographer, and operated her own fine arts business since 1979.
Over the years Miriam has developed a variety of distinctive styles, influenced by the medium, subject matter, and purpose of the artwork, as well as her widening outlook and diverse environments. She now specializes in pastel, photography, computer graphics, and web design. Her unifying theme is love for the Source of creation and all that flows from that Source, as evidenced by her focus on nature, portraits, and spiritual subjects.
Miriam has exhibited her works in numerous juried and solo shows. Her photographs have been published in magazines, newsletters, and books, most notably the Shapenotes issue of 'Smithsonian in Your Classroom.' Her artwork is included in private collections in Canada and France as well as the United States.
The Shenandoah Valley is a familiar place to Miriam. From early childhood, the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah Valley were among her favorite places to visit. Since the early eighties, she has made numerous visits to the area, including her yearly week on Bryce Mountain, taking thousands of photographs of local wildlife and farm animals.
- by Lisa Kadel
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