Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Impressionist Oil Paintings By Donna Young Artist

By Mara Boone


When one sees the paintings of an impressionist like Claude Monet, the work is difficult to forget. Donna Young artist of contemporary impressionist oil paintings, also creates masterpieces that seem to refresh Monet's style. Having graduated from art school in the late 1970s, she has made her mark in the art world as she has appealed to celebrities and exhibited her work in many galleries over the past several years. She uses smooth brushstrokes and bold color to engage viewers into her paintings. Her attention to detail, in an otherwise abstract view of landscapes and nature, sets her apart from other painters. As with any career, painters need to find ways to stand out and establish themselves in order to succeed.

Style: With innovative painters always creating and reworking classic styles, one has to remember to take her time in the beginning of a budding career. Patience and consistency brings a base audience into the type of work a painter is creating. Having established a specific fan base, a painter can begin playing with different techniques and resulting art pieces. Using feedback from fans, an artist can grow in their work and expand their style, opening up their work to many more potential fans and buyers. Finding a style that is unique and her own is key to success.

Promoting: An exciting time in a painter's career is when she begins to spread the word about her work. With a multitude of forums to promote work, especially using the internet, it is difficult to go unnoticed. In a few simple clicks, one can spread their paintings to mass amounts of people in hopes of attracting many. For the existing fan base, this is a time when they play a large part in sharing artwork and spreading the word about the artist.

When a painter begins selling their work, they have reached an exciting point as a painter. When Young's work begins showing up in homes and businesses, she is broadening her audience and creating buzz about her work. The more people who see her work, the more will seek more information on her and become possible buyers.

With her ongoing success, Ms. Young is able to take on commission work for private buyers. As a painter, this is special and personal as she is able to paint something specific for someone who will treasure her work for years to come.

Internet: Taking advantage of the internet is a key to success for many painters. Using different social media sites, a painter can make a home for herself on the web. Potential fans and buyers can use these websites to share artwork and purchase work without having left their homes. Having already found commercial success, Young has been able to reestablish herself using social media.

Galleries: Aside from the web, there are physical galleries that help an artist continue to thrive. Young's work is currently featured in Hanson Gallery Arts, Lahaina Galleries, Inc. And Shaffer Fine Art. This helps expand her audience and open her work up to potential buyers and fans.

The use of standout talent and the use of quality advertising is pertinent to being a successful painter. Donna Young artist has established herself in the art world and her success is a direct result of her consistency and patience in moving up. Her style drew attention and continues to make her work noticeable and accessible.




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