Pat Dunn
Artist Statement: To paint with
passion the colors and light that reflects an inner joy enabling me to
creatively express the simple pleasure of life. ~ Pat Dunn
Faces in a French Garden |
Pat
Dunn finds the smell of paint, the expressive colors of her palette and the
sound of a moving brush across the canvas as a way to discover the simple
pleasures of a visible adventure in her everyday life. She has learn to appreciate the beauty of
God’s creation in sun-bursting skies, silent shadows, gentle sea breezes,
overcast mornings, dancing waters and vibrant colors of a simple garden. She enjoys capturing pensive
moments of people discovering the beauty of our world whether in a gallery or
on the sea shore. These are the sensations that drive Pat to the canvas. Nature
is her studio and beckons her to seek the ever changing light and colors that
always excites the working artist. She
finds that is more fascinating to observe the expression of beauty in the
simple things of life. Pat enjoys seeking the sensitive quality of what she
feels rather than what she sees. Painting to her is more than recording the
visual moment but more what she feels in her heart and soul.
Bailey's Beach |
Pat
Dunn loves painting on location in the early mornings when the light is ever
changing and the world is beginning to come into focus. She likes to take a
chance on her emotions and finds real joy in expressing her fulfillment of
being a visual communicator through her creative responses.
Her
life has not always been linked to art. She moved from Louisiana to Florida
after a career in the medical field. She has since been transplanted to
Tennessee and knows her love for the expression of light and color will always
be a vital part of her artistic expression, no matter where she sets up her
easel.
She
has exhibited in Sarasota, Bonita Springs, Sanibel Island, Useppa Island,
Giverny France and Fort Myers. She has traveled to France to study with Gale
Bennett at ArtStudy Giverny and has participated in numerous exhibitions in
Southwest Florida. Painting is her
passion pursued with a great desire to glorify her Creator!
Artist at the Beach |
Join Arts for ACT Gallery, located at 2265 First Street in downtown Fort
Myers on Friday, February 1, 2013 from 6 to 10 pm for the opening reception and
art walk for February 2013. Meet the artist. Also enjoy 2 other exhibiting gallery rooms! "Artists with Heart!" a group exhibit raising money for ACT and ACT Gallery and the Art of Kids with Cancer. These exhibits continue until Tuesday, February 26, 2013.
Arts
for ACT Gallery provides a quality, contemporary exhibition gallery featuring
original art, limited edition prints, giclees, hand-crafted fine crafts, tee
shirts, silver and glass bead jewelry, gourd art, raku, clay, and art cards. It
is a “must see” destination for all art lovers and collectors, providing a
unique opportunity for everyone to learn and enjoy art. Highlighting the art of the current featured
artist, the front gallery, reminiscent of galleries in SoHo, has 12 to 16 foot
high ceilings, distressed brick walls, and warm wooden floors. It is a great
opportunity to meet the featured artists, enjoy some local food and
have a glass of wine, and engage in lively artful repartee. The gallery has a boutique with new, vintage and gently used clothing, designer purses, jewelry and more!
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