New to Artclectic
The undeniable need to cerate prompted Alison Duncan to become an artist.
“I think my work is thoughtful and intentional, but does not take itself too seriously--and it's a bit quirky!”
Alison uses wood panel, canvas, or heavy paper surfaces, with acrylic paint and neo-crayon. Her work is finished with a satin varnish.
“I typically paint abstracted female figures as a celebration of femininity and how we are created! I love to incorporate different and fun elements like flowers, fruits, vegetables, musical instruments, books, etc. I am inspired by color stories, interiors, and life around me. I want my work to feel quirky and fun, while maintaining a classic but modern quality.”
You learn by doing--so paint, paint, paint!
This is tough--I draw inspiration from so many places, including travel and everyday life. But if I have to choose, I would say Italy and my time along the Amalfi Coast. I was so inspired by the people, the vibrant colors, the landscapes, and the cuisine I experienced while there!
I don't know that I have a favorite, but I do love my process for collecting potential titles. My work is figurative, mostly females, so they have female names. I have a running list that I add to as I hear names that I love, whether I'm on the soccer fields or meeting someone new. One of my prized possessions in my studio is a book I inherited from my husband's grandmother entitled "The Book of Feminine Names", printed in 1932, and it's just rich with classic names that I love to reference.
