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| Laura Ann Gibson - Artist |
Laura is the next generous artist waiting in the wings to contribute to the
Orangutan Protection Foundation cause. She has generously donated a beautiful piece of her work entitled When Tomorrow Comes a painting that draws you into its surroundings
Orangutan Protection Foundation cause. She has generously donated a beautiful piece of her work entitled When Tomorrow Comes a painting that draws you into its surroundings
Laura says,
WHEN TOMORROW COMES is my perception of one of my favourite pictures on my Face Book Timeline which I commissioned to do recently for a lady in Scotland but in Purple and Pinks, I tend to get lost in the art zone, as my mother puts it, and I was listening to one of my favourite artist's Annie Lennox ( EURYTHMICS ) while painting this and I felt it fitted very well on what I was trying to tell the viewer. I get drawn into ( if you will excuse the pun ) my work and musical notes become colours sometimes it helps with the flow of my art and, it is the fuel that fires my soul and always will be.
I was so happy when I was asked to donate a painting for the OPF ... it is such a worthy cause and after watching Terry P. on TV my heart melted at what this man started along with a lot of wonderful people. There are so many causes on our planet and I feel we, as not just a nation but as human beings globally, should do what we can with the skills and talents we have been blessed with. :-)
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| When Tomorrow Comes |
Laura is a talented self-taught artist. She originates from Girvan, a small fishing town on the south west coast of Ayrshire in Scotland known for it s connection to the famous poet Robert Burns. However, she is now based in Ingleton, a pretty village set in the heart of Three Peaks Country on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Ingleton is surrounded by magnificent countryside with caves, waterfalls and mountains. The village website tells us that 'the Craven Fault crosses the area and geological and archaeological sites abound.' No doubt this is one of those special places that is a haven for the landscape artist.
I recently caught up with Laura so was able to ask her some questions:
Q: Can you tell us what inspires you to pick up your brushes?
A: I believe the original inspiration for my art comes from being born and bred in Girvan, plus, always being surrounded by hills and beautiful countryside. And rain. Nature comes to life when it rains, every colour is enhance and I love it. These days Mother Nature continues to inspire me especially as I am out walking with my wee dog Spot most days.
When I paint I have music in my head and in my heart.
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Q: How would you describe your style of painting?
A: I would say that through my love of drawing landscapes since childhood and watching fantasy movies like 'The Dark Crystal' I have combined the love of these into my own style of painting. I have not really thought about what style I have but I have been told it is unique, and I have also been compared to Tolkien’s style. I would say it is free spirited and natural.
Q: Can you tell us which medium you prefer to work in?
A: I prefer to paint with Acrylics. Sometimes I mix them with water colours and pencil.
Q: How do you decide which medium to use?
A: I do not really pick the type of medium I am going to use as I prep with pencil and then pick up my paints and brushes and go with the flow.
Q: What is your favourite thing to paint?
A: I love painting landscapes; mother nature is so beautiful in so many different ways.
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Q: Is there any subject that won’t you paint or draw?
A: I am happy to give anything a try - as an artist one has to be open minded.
Q: Which artists do you admire?
A: I admire Salvador Dali and Van Gough.
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Q: If you could invite anyone (living or dead) for afternoon tea who would it be, and why?
A: Oh, it has to be Dali. I think in some ways I am like him; he was off the wall and pushed the boundries of art. Many of his paintings, like mine, show different perspectives to what others see.
Q: Do you find it hard selling or handing over your work?
A: No, I do not really find it hard to sell my work. If anything I am overjoyed when someone loves my art so much they want to buy it.
I am more than happy to donate my art to the cause of a worthy charity and I am proud to be able to help Orangutan Protection Foundation in this way.
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Q: Do you have a favourite colour?
A: Yes! Ever since I was a little girl my favourite colour has always been red.
Q: Do you have an exhibition running at the moment?
A: I have paintings on display in The Wheat Sheaf in Ingleton all of which are for sale. Visitors can enjoy a drink, a good meal and or simply spend time in a comfortable seat while enjoying the display.
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Q: What’s next?
A: To keep painting. I'm driven by the desire to create. But, I want to encourage more people to experience the pleasure and fun creating art can bring. I am in the process of bringing together some of the local artists in my village in the hope of forming an Art Society. Then we can offer workshops and talks. This is in the early stages but we have been offered the use of a room in The Three Horse Shoes in Ingleton; a very sociable venue indeed. Once things are in place details will appear on my website and Facebook page.
Q: Where will readers find your website?
A: It's www.xanadufantasyart.com
Details of the paintings shown For Sale here can be found on the website.
Q: And finally, do you take commissions?
A: I am happy to take commissions.
For more information please email Laura at: myart_1970@hotmail.co.uk
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| Laura at work |
