Details
| First Name | Amy |
| Last Name | Deal |
| Username | amyd |
| Bio | Amy Deal, born in 1966 in Cranberry Prairie, OH, grew up in a rural setting as the daughter of a German potato farmer and a homemaker. In a community where traditional roles for women prevailed, her parents made it clear that they would support her pursuit of higher education. Amy spent her youth exploring the outdoors, collecting wildflowers to create pigments for her paintings and using her creativity to adorn her surroundings with her art. She went on to earn a BFA in Visual Communications from Kent State University, driven by a desire for a fiscally responsible career in the arts. Her early career saw her working as a creative director, collaborating with public relations firms on annual reports and contributing to corporate branding and advertising campaigns. However, her path took a turn when she became a mother and found it impossible to leave her child in anyone else’s care. During these early parenting years, she returned to her passion for painting. As her children grew, Amy dedicated more time to her painting, earning recognition and awards for her work, which now resides in both public and private collections across the United States. Her current series of paintings reflects her deep connection to nature, emphasizing themes of growth, dirt, and plant life. Amy and her husband, Kevin, sold their family home and transformed a commercial building in downtown Dayton, OH, into a unique living space that includes her studio and his workshop. This move allowed them to stay close to the vibrant energy of the city while pursuing their creative passions. For Amy, painting has been a source of contentment, providing her with a fulfilling outlet for her artistic expression and a profound connection to the natural world she holds dear. |
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| Country of residence | United States (US) |
Statement
| Statement | As an artist, I find profound renewal and inspiration in the act of painting. Through my work, I aim to capture the essence of nature’s energy, and I do so by crafting abstract natural art that is both vibrant and full of life. Nature has always been a boundless source of inspiration for me. Its ever-changing landscapes, the dance of light and shadow, and the intricate interplay of elements have always fascinated my creative spirit. In my art, I strive to translate these experiences into colorful, abstract compositions that evoke the same sense of wonder and vitality that I feel when immersed in the natural world. My artistic journey is one of exploration and discovery. Each composition is a new opportunity to dive into the depths of my imagination and bring forth the beauty of nature in unexpected and dynamic ways. Through bold strokes of color and intricate textures, I aim to convey not just the visual aspects of nature but also its emotional and energetic qualities. Color plays a critical role in my work. It is a language of its own, capable of expressing a wide range of emotions and moods. Through a carefully chosen palette, I infuse my mixed media paintings with the vibrant energy I find in nature, whether it’s the warm, inviting hues of a sunset, the cool serenity of a forest, or the electrifying energy of a thunderstorm. Each color choice is a deliberate step towards capturing a particular moment or feeling in nature. The act of painting itself is a deeply meditative and rejuvenating process for me. It allows me to connect with the natural world on a profound level, helping me find renewal in every stroke of the brush. It’s a journey of self-discovery and an ongoing conversation with the beauty and vitality that surround us. Through my abstract natural art, I invite viewers to embark on their own journeys of renewal. I hope that my mixed media, mono print paintings serve as a reminder of the vibrant energy that exists in the world around us and inspire others to seek their own moments of connection and creativity with nature. In this way, my art becomes a bridge between the inner world of the artist and the external world of nature, a testament to the power of color, energy, and renewal. |
Exhibitions
| Exhibitions | 2024
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