I just discovered that the latest issue of Catapult magazine is out and it features several of my paintings from the In Our Veins series. My work was recently selected for publication (the competition for this thing is fierce, by the way). I have a two-page spread on pages 26 and 27 of the current issue, Issue 8, March 2012. You can now view it online as well and check out the entire issue at this direct link: http://catapult-mag.com/
“Interconnected” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 6″ x 6″; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
“Full Circle” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 4″ x 4″; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
“Ephemeral” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 4″ x 4″; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
Three paintings from my In Our Veins series have recently found a new home in Norway! Interconnected, Full Circle, and Ephemeral are all acrylic on canvas, 6″ x 6,” 4″ x 4,” and 4″ x 4,” respectively. I’m happy to have my work go abroad and to such a wonderful, thoughtful new owner as well. It means so much to me to have someone show such appreciation for my work and to know that it speaks to them in such a personal manner. No award could ever compare.
“Mushrooms” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 5″ x 5″; (c) Amy Guidry; SOLD
“Snail” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 5″ x 5″; (c) Amy Guidry; SOLD
Two more paintings from my New Realm series have recently found new homes. Both Mushrooms and Snail are acrylic on canvas, 5″ x 5″ paintings from the New Realm 5 x 5 series. The 5 x 5’s spotlighted different characters and elements from the larger paintings in the series. Both paintings were sold at the Masur Museum of Art’s Off the Wall fundraiser in which part of the proceeds benefit the museum. To view more paintings from the entire series, go to this direct link: www.amyguidry.com/beginning.html.
"Stallions" by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 6" x 6"; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
I’ve recently added a new painting to my In Our Veins series. The title is Stallions and it is a 6″ x 6,” acrylic on canvas. There are several paintings in this series which feature animals, but as heads without bodies, for example. Because the series pertains to our complex and intricate life cycle, this must also address the issue of animal welfare, as one cannot exist without the other (i.e. humans and the natural world). Many people view animals as a means to an end, therefore they are viewed as pieces and parts- head, rump, tongue, breast, wing, leg- not whole, sentient beings. I illustrate this concept while at the same time endowing each animal with emotion and personality, emphasizing qualities that we often deem as only “human.” Given that horses are such intelligent and majestic animals, I couldn’t think of a better subject. You can view a larger image of the painting on my website at this direct link: www.amyguidry.com/stallions.html.
“The Ties That Bind” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 6″w x 12″h; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
“Full Circle” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 4″ x 4″; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
I’ve recently added two new paintings to my In Our Veins series. The first is The Ties That Bind, an acrylic on canvas, 6″ wide by 12″ high and is available through Wally Workman Gallery in Austin, TX. Next is a new small painting, Full Circle, also acrylic on canvas, and is 4″ x 4″ square. Both paintings deal with the life cycle and how everything eventually becomes part of the earth, continuously nourishing and fostering new life. We often forget that everything has a role in nature, which The Ties That Bind serves as a reminder of this. Every species is connected and to remove one creates a domino effect leading back to us. Get a better view of each painting here www.amyguidry.com/ties_that_bind.html and www.amyguidry.com/full-circle.html.
I am happy to share with you that my work is currently featured on OK Great. Two paintings from the In Our Veins series are included- The Wild West and Untitled (Heads). Brendan Ward said of my work, “Such beautifully demented paintings from Amy Guidry. I’ve been watching a lot of Breaking Bad lately, and maybe it’s just the desert landscapes prevalent in her work, but I can’t help but associate Amy’s series “Wild West” with the show. Twisted, but oddly familiar.” Check it out as well as the array of great art and design on there at this link: www.okaygreat.com/2012/01/amy-guidry/
There are a lot of great artists in the world, many of which are living, and it seems that I meet a new one everyday. I’ve come across some new artists (or at least new to me) as of late and thought it would be fun to introduce them to everyone on here. I’ve compiled a list- some of which are not as unfamiliar to me but thought they should get their due- so here are their links to their work (in no particular order):
I received a great little review by Brad Martin of Secret Still the other day. My painting Untitled (Heads) is featured (as seen in the screen grab on the left). I was flattered that Josh Keyes came to mind when he viewed my work, as I am a fan of his as well. You can read his flattering- and humorous- review at http://www.secretstill.com/blog/2012/01/11/amy-guidry/.
I’m happy to announce that my work is currently featured on the Parisian art site Basse Def. It is a fantastic compilation of various art forms and I am honored to be featured among such great work. My paintings Heads II and The Wild West are featured. I’ve included a screen grab here but you can visit the site at http://www.bassedef.com/blog/amy-guidry/.
"United States of Consumerism" by Amy Guidry; 2007; acrylic on canvas; 30"w x 24"h; (c) Amy Guidry 2012; SOLD
Happy 2012! This is my first post for the New Year…funny it’s regarding my last sale of the past year. My painting United States of Consumerism has just been added to a fantastic local collection of art. This painting was done in 2007 as part of a series of social commentary works, Beneath the Surface. It is an acrylic on canvas, 24″ high by 30″ wide. A couple of my artist friends thought I was nuts to take on such a piece since I painted each and every dollar bill and penny on there. No stamps, no gimmicks. By the time I finished, all my tiny little paintbrushes had splayed bristles and were completely unusable. I also had to put in some long hours to finish it in time for an exhibition. Regardless, I was happy with the outcome. The photos just don’t do it justice, but you can view a larger image of it here.
