Art Exhibit: Megan Hartman

New artwork in the gallery! Welcome Artist Megan Hartman whose beautiful Alcohol Ink work will be in the gallery for April and May. Stop by her Meet and Greet Reception after the service on Sunday April 12th. 

Artist Statement

While I tend to be wild and untamed with my creations, I have always felt restrained with the decision of subject matter. That is until I met an artist on an art stroll in Abingdon, VA that introduced me to alcohol inks.

I live in awe of the brightness of the colors and am mesmerized by a backwards thought process that eventually reveals a finished piece.  I learn from each piece I create and am driven by my passion and love of the medium.  My subject matter varies depending on my mood, but my love of our home in mountains is undeniable. 

Alcohol inks bring me freedom with my abstract pieces. The landscapes and other non-abstract pieces bring me welcome challenges with the inks.  The two balance out my need to create but - for the first time - avoid the dilemma of what to paint. 

This medium breaks the rules. The fluidity contrasts with the need for clarity and distinct lines.  I love that I can add other mediums to enhance the natural beauty of the alcohol inks.  They have a mind of their own and I am able to just let go and follow.  It is freeing and therapeutic. It makes me happy.

I live in Mills River, NC with my husband, 2 kids and our dog Ziggy.