top of page

- Image of the Day -

 

"Lake Louise"

______

  Feature Artist Bio

                                                     

                                                                ARTIST'S OFFICIAL BIO                                                                                            http://www.sharigainesartwork.com/mbr_bio.php#.WDzKF9UrJZg                                             

 

 

 

Shari Gaines's

OFFICIAL WEBSITE  

                                                       http://www.sharigainesartwork.com/                                                

By permission of the artist, The Cyber Art Show is pleased to feature the second of two 12-piece exhibitions of works by contemporary American landscape painter Shari Gaines (born 1961 in Florida, USA). 

 

Though always creative, Shari didn't begin painting until later in life, after serving 8 years active duty in the Air Force, and after raising her family. Once her children moved out on their own, she decided it was time to take her art seriously. By investing in a few years of private instruction and by taking a drawing course, she was able to progress quickly. Those years of instruction were rigorous, learning about art history, drawing, and painting techniques. One of the most important lessons was learning to paint from direct observation, a method that Shari employs to this day.

 

For times when she is not able to paint from life, Shari relies on her own photos, focusing on compositional elements, interesting shadow patterns, dramatic lighting, moody skies or people fully engrossed in something. Her objective when creating a work is to focus on translating a feeling, mood or story.

 

Shari is particularly enamored with painting outdoors, en plein air. She doesn't shy away from painting in public and is often spotted on the local beaches, marinas or in quaint downtown areas with easel, oil paints and brushes at the ready. "It took me a while to feel comfortable painting in public but now I can't get enough. I feel like a street performer at times but that is all part of the experience." She paints, chats and tells stories and listens to the stories that others love to share with her. "All of my senses become fully engaged. Even the smells and sounds play a role in the creation of a work done on location."

 

Shari's passion comes through in her work. "I've been told that my paintings have an authentic feel to them; a real sense of place." Shari also enjoys painting portraits or figures from live models. "There is something quite magical about a one-on-one 2 hour session with the model. I feel a deep bond with my subject on a level I can't put into words."

Shari is represented by Beach House Gallery, Dunedin, Florida. Many of her paintings hang in private collections in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Canada.

 

Recent Exhibits/Awards

 

  • "Seated Male" was awarded Third Place in the May 2016 Society of All Artists (S.A.A) Life Drawing challenge.

  • "Buds and Blooms" received a Special Recognition award in the April 2016 Botanicals division of Light, Space and Time.  

  • "Path to the Tasting Room" received a certificate of artistic excellence "Highly Commended" award from the Society of All Artists (S.A.A.) in the April 2016 Light and Shadow challenge.

  • "Emergence" was part of the Fav15 (Favorite 15% by FASO and Fine Art Views Staff Members) in the February 2016 Bold Brush

  • "Portrait Study" received a 1st Place at the "Florida Impressions- 2016" Creative Artist Guild art show

  • "Last Call" was part of the FAV15 ((Favorite 15%" by FASO and FineArtViews Staff Members) in the Bold Brush Art Competition

  • "Roxburgh Fig" received a 2nd Place in the professional division of the Florida Botanical Gardens "Diggin' The Arts 2015" Quick Draw challenge.

  • "Guarding Automedon" received a 2nd Place in Oils and People's Choice Award at the Tarpon Springs Art Association Winter Show 2014 

  • "Sunset and Sea Oats received a Special Recognition in the Seascapes category of Light Space & Time, 2014  

  • "Nala" received a Special Recognition Award in the Animals category of Light Space & Time, 2014  

  • "Floating Serenely" received a Special Recognition Award in the Botanicals category of Light Space & Time, 2014  

  • "No More Yard Work" received a Special Merit Award in the Landscape category of Light Space & Time, 2014  

  • "On The Green Line: The Reader" juried into the 19th Annual International Show, Artjury.com, 2013  

  • "Little Boy Blue" Honorable Mention-Plein Air Quick Draw Challenge, Tarpon Springs Paint and Photo 2013  

  • "Malcolm" juried into the 12th Annual International Show, Artjury.com, 2011  

  • “In the Shadows” juried into “Still and Moving” show, Dunedin Fine Art Center

  • “Private Tasting” juried into 2010 Spring Artjury.com show 

  • 3 pieces selected for “So You Think You Can Paint” exhibition at the University of South Florida

Memberships

  • Oil Painters of America

  • Portrait Society of America

  • PAVA (Professional Association of Visual Artists)

  • Dunedin Fine Art Center

  • Florida Plein Air

  • Tarpon Springs Art Association

  • Creative Artist Guild (CAG)

  • American Impressionist Society (AIS)

 

 


Gallery #442B

    December 8, 2016

Twelve Pieces by Contemporary Artist

                      Shari Gaines (Born 1961)

               ARTIST'S STATEMENT
 

"I would classify my painting style as Painterly Realism leaning towards Impressionism. My preferred medium is oils because they are so malleable, akin to sculpting. It is fun to scrape, mix, blend and layer the paint. I like to challenge myself by painting various genres including still life, portraits from life and figure work, often combing several in one painting.

 

"One of my favorite ways to paint is outdoors on location (en plein air). Like the great Impressionists, I find painting in the elements a thrill. One has to contend with ever-changing light, wind, rain, clouds, and interesting onlookers."

 

 

 

bottom of page