Painting in progress by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 10″w x 20″h; (c) Amy Guidry 2013
I recently posted my latest work in progress. Since doing the basic sketch on canvas, I’ve added a rough first layer of paint and then moved on to the background and some of the animals. The deer is currently in progress and I will move on to the remaining animals next. It is an acrylic on canvas, 10″ wide by 20″ high. This painting is part of my In Our Veins series which can be found here: www.amyguidry.com/wild_west.html.
In progress- sketch on canvas by Amy Guidry; 10″w x 20″h; (c) Amy Guidry 2013
I’ve recently begun a new painting in my In Our Veins series. As featured here I start with a rough sketch on canvas to work out the positioning and basic outline of the subject(s) before moving on to the first layer of paint. It will be an acrylic on canvas and it is 10″ wide by 20″ high. I’ll be posting more about this piece soon, in the meantime, check out the series here: www.amyguidry.com/wild_west.html.
“Connections” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 6″ x 6″; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2013
One of my very most recent paintings from my In Our Veins series has found a new home. I just posted it here recently but for those that are new, it is an acrylic on canvas, 6″ x 6,” titled Connections. In keeping with the series, Connections illustrates the connection between all of us and nature. View the painting online here: www.amyguidry.com/connections.html.
“Division” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 4″ x 4″; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2013
The last available 4″ x 4″ painting in my In Our Veins series has just been sold. Division is an acrylic on canvas and was created around the end of 2012. The buyer had asked about my thoughts behind the piece so I thought I’d share them here as well. ‘Division’ refers to not only the physical separation (humans tend to refer to animals as parts- rump, breast, wing, etc.) but also the divide that we create as far as animals’ worth is concerned. Why is there a divide between animals that we regard as either pets or as food or as working animals? There is even a divide among humans’ beliefs due to religious or moral distinctions. I depict animals throughout the series, and as seen here, as simply heads or limbs to represent the common viewpoint while emphasizing their importance through their expressions or their eyes, for instance, illustrating that they are indeed sentient beings.
“Anthropomorphism” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 6″ x 6″; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2013
My latest painting in my In Our Veins series is now online– Anthropomorphism and it is an acrylic on canvas, 6″ x 6.” As seen throughout the series, animal heads and limbs are representative of the viewpoint that animals are a means to an end. Instead of a jackrabbit, I chose to use a dwarf rabbit, or to some, endearingly known as a “bunny.” The “bunny,” being a popular, cute animal generates sympathy, but even more so when dressed in children’s clothing. Is there a difference between species? Is one more important than another? Why is it that when something is small or cute or childlike, we think more fondly of it? View the painting online here: http://www.amyguidry.com/anthropomorphism.html.
I’m a little behind in posting but my work was recently featured on Adondelaviste. Several paintings from my In Our Veins series are featured and as translated on the page, it states: “Her fascinating work introduces us to a surrealist and eclectic world, where the animal kingdom, nature and men interact in intriguing scenes.” View online at this direct link: http://adondelaviste.tumblr.com/post/38944655117/amy-guidry.
“The Sum of Its Parts” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 11″w x 14″h; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
“Cohabit” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 6″w x 12″h; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
After a short holiday hiatus, I’m happy to be back and gearing up for 2013. I’ve been in overdrive as of late and looking forward to what is coming up for the New Year. Some recent news- two more paintings from my In Our Veins series have found a new home. Cohabit is an acrylic on canvas, 6″w x 12″h, and The Sum of Its Parts is also an acrylic on canvas, 11″w x 14″h. Both were recently in an exhibition at Gallery 549 which I will be posting photos from soon. These paintings as well as the entire In Our Veins series can be viewed here: www.amyguidry.com/sum-of-its-parts.html.
“Transient” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 6″w x 4″h; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
“Segments” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 4″w x 6″h; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
I’ve recently added two new paintings to my In Our Veins series. Transient is an acrylic on canvas, 6″ wide by 4″ high, and Segments is an acrylic on canvas, 4″ wide by 6″ high. Both paintings tackle our vision of animals as just pieces and parts (ex. head, rump, wing, tongue, breast, etc.). In Transient, the butterflies exiting the body represent the life that ends when animals are hunted as trophies. At the same time, the butterflies represent the metamorphosis of one life energy into another. Segments features a fractured horse while focusing on facial expression and positioning to emphasize the importance of animals. View closeups of Transient and Segments online here www.amyguidry.com/transient.html and here www.amyguidry.com/segments.html, respectively.
“Fragmented” by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 8″w x 6″h; SOLD; (c) Amy Guidry 2012
It’s business as usual for me today, though I have to admit that I’ve got the weather channel on in the background as I wait for Isaac. So while we still have power, I wanted to post my latest painting- Fragmented, acrylic on canvas, 8″w x 6″h. The initial image for this actually came to mind while I was starting to fall asleep. The common notion that animals are a means to an end and nothing more than “parts,” I felt that the horse faces and hooves illustrated this concept while at the same time focusing on their importance. Despite the relatively small size, I really honed in on the details in the horse faces and eyes, making them as expressive as possible. View a larger image here: http://www.amyguidry.com/fragmented.html.
This summer has been incredibly busy to say the least. I’ve had to miss out on openings for shows because I’m already at the opening for another. I suppose these are the moments I could use a stunt double… At least I can vicariously enjoy the Wally Workman Gallery opening for 100 Degrees thanks to the photos. The exhibit is up now through September 1st and features new work by several of the gallery’s artists. One of which being mine… you may recognize this painting from an earlier post. You can also view it here: www.amyguidry.com/succession.html.
"Succession" by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 6"w x 12"h; photo (c) Wally Workman Gallery
