Please enjoy this small, wonderful sampling of work from our guild exhibit Dreams, Jan -Feb 2023.
Linda Dever
Dreaming of the Cliff House by Linda Dever
How does your artwork relate to the theme of the show?
My art is mostly surrealistic. My painting involves landscapes, seascapes with animals or birds, which reflect spiritual ideals. I like to imagine magical places in my paintings or photography, where life is perfect, gorgeous, and idyllic. Therefore the Dream show was perfect for me.
I often write poetry and try to manifest my dreams in my art. The current piece I have in the show is a landscape, which I edited to make the colors very vivid and beautiful. Also it sold during the reception, to another artist and sculptor. And I got to meet him, wow!
What is a little known fact about yourself that you would like to share?
I taught handicapped adults, both mentally and physically handicapped, at City College of San Francisco. I also taught fragile seniors who were bussed in from Care Homes. Also after I was laid off, I continued to teach for free for the last 13 years. I love teaching, it grounds me, inspires me and stimulates my mind. I’m also very lucky to be married to a man who actually wanted to marry an artist or a teacher. We love to do a lot of charity work and help those in need. Even though I have several handicaps, like asthma and lung cancer, I try to do as much as I can and challenge myself, from house work, to producing art.
Do you have any upcoming projects that you would like to share?
I am currently in the AZ gallery at the Tanforan Shopping Center, #254. I have a studio space and I’ve been there since last May. It is open Thursday through Sunday from 12 to 4PM, and by appointment. The space is very beautiful and we have some really exciting art and sculpture there. I can be messaged on Facebook as Dever Designs or Linda Dever I can also be contacted on Instagram under Dever Designs. My website, which is not updated, is www.lindadeverarts.com
Also, I signed up for Silicon Valley Open Studios at SAC this May.
Carrie Hollister
Zenith by Carrie Hollister
How does your artwork relate to the theme of the show?
Watching storms approach over the ocean, or the full moon rising in the dark – these moments are dreamlike, emotional portals. They are expansive, ominous, and joyous, offering fleeting images for interpretation.
What is the most important artist tool that you use in your practice?
Freedom to have blocks of time in which I can be completely absorbed by a painting is the essential element of my practice.
What is a little known fact about yourself that you would like to share?
I spent a dozen summers alongside grizzly bears, while working as a galley chef on a boat in Katmai, Alaska.
Lori Lievore
Karl Squee by Lori Lievore
How does your artwork relate to the theme of the show?
I chose my piece, Karl Squee, for the show “Dreams” as he is a fantastical being, expressing pure excitement. Whether we are in his dream or he is in ours, the moment is joyous and whimsical.
What is the most important artist tool that you use in your practice?
The most important artist tool that I use in my practice are my hands. Having a direct physical connection with my medium of clay allows me to be more attuned as the piece develops. Whether my hands are guiding the clay on the potter’s wheel or adding delicate sculptural details, it is key that my mind and body are involved in the creative process.
What is a little known fact about yourself that you would like to share?
A little known fact about me is that when I was in 3rd grade I drew a self portrait titled “When I grow up I will be an artist.” I may have taken a winding road to get here, but every day I am proud and amazed that I am making my childhood dreams come true!