Synergie Arts

"Anyone who says you can’t see a thought simply doesn’t know art."

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:00:32 -0500

“Anyone who says you can’t see a thought simply doesn’t know art.”

- Wynetka Ann Reynolds

"As far as I am concerned, a painting speaks for itself. What is the use of giving explanations, when..."

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:55 -0500

“As far as I am concerned, a painting speaks for itself. What is the use of giving explanations, when all is said and done? A painter has only one language.”

- Pablo Picasso

"Sometimes, to pursue a new idea, the artist must forfeit his deposit on an old idea."

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 00:00:40 -0500

“Sometimes, to pursue a new idea, the artist must forfeit his deposit on an old idea.”

- Robert Brault

New rings and cufflinks in my Etsy shop!

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:50 -0500

New rings and cufflinks in my Etsy shop!

"I hope that in this year to come, you make mistakes. Because if you are making mistakes, then you..."

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 02:51:04 -0500

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I hope that in this year to come, you make mistakes.

Because if you are making mistakes, then you are making new things, trying new things, learning, living, pushing yourself, changing yourself, changing your world. You’re doing things you’ve never done before, and more importantly, you’re Doing Something.

So that’s my wish for you, and all of us, and my wish for myself. Make New Mistakes. Make glorious, amazing mistakes. Make mistakes nobody’s ever made before. Don’t freeze, don’t stop, don’t worry that it isn’t good enough, or it isn’t perfect, whatever it is: art, or love, or work or family or life.

Whatever it is you’re scared of doing, Do it.

Make your mistakes, next year and forever.

”

- Neil Gaiman

A happy client just sent me this picture of a custom piece I...

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 01:32:59 -0400

A happy client just sent me this picture of a custom piece I designed for her bedroom. She wanted a nice accent for this wall using some of her favorite colors and those that were already in the room. We decided to use a multiple canvas presentation to mimic the ceiling line within the room. I am so excited that she loves the final piece, which is called “Gilded Sunrise”.

Synergie Arts has a new ring to it! It reminds me of pottery...

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 23:07:25 -0400

Synergie Arts has a new ring to it!

It reminds me of pottery pieces that could have been found on an archaeological dig.

The happy mess left behind while creating my latest...

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:03:35 -0400

The happy mess left behind while creating my latest piece…

Palm View (12x12)

Synergie Arts - Creating Abstract Art Collaboratively

Taking Synergie Art designs to wearable art through henna.

Sat, 07 Jul 2012 17:37:42 -0400

Taking Synergie Art designs to wearable art through henna.

Quad Flourish (30x30) - collaborative piece with a very happy...

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 06:56:40 -0400

Quad Flourish (30x30) - collaborative piece with a very happy return client!

Synergie Arts - Creating Abstract Art Collaboratively

I was BRASHed! (notice the paper under the window) Since 1999...

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 06:45:59 -0400

I was BRASHed! (notice the paper under the window)

Since 1999 BRASH has been writing poetry for the art at Artomatic. The goal has always been to write a poem for each participating artist, quite a lofty goal with over 1,000 artists at each Artomatic. I understand that goal was only breached twice, by only two poems.

Thank you, BRASH! I am impressed with how well you captured the essence of my exhibit - the dreams, with one being part of a bigger whole. Keep up the great work… I donated on your Kickstarter!!

As the doors close on Artomatic 2012, I want to take a moment to...

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 15:26:13 -0400

As the doors close on Artomatic 2012, I want to take a moment to send a huge THANK YOU to my sister, parents, cousins, friends, co-workers, friends of friends, fellow artists, and new customers who all took the time to visit my exhibition and lend me your support! Your traveling from other parts of Virginia, Maryland, DC and as far away as New Jersey were SO appreciated along with your words of encouragement and appreciation!

I also want to recognize my son for tagging along on several of my trips to the show and thank him for helping me paint my wall on my very first installation day! His cheerful, “Mommy-you-can-do-it!” attitude helped me overcome many of my fears.

Another big THANK YOU goes to my “personal promoter” who rolled up his sleeves to help me during installation, de-installation, and provided the support I needed during my shaky moments of opening night, the first weeks of the show and returned with me countless times to visit every floor!

Artomatic 2012 was an empowering experience for me and I can’t wait for the next one! Thank you, all.

The Ocean Even as children playing on a crowded beach,...

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 08:01:55 -0400

The Ocean

Even as children playing on a crowded beach, it’s amazing that we tend to find a quiet moment just for ourselves to take in the beauty and wonder of the vast expanse of water only to be eclipsed by the seemingly endless sky. The repetitive motion of the waves, crashing surf, blowing breeze, and salty moist air returns us to ourselves. Our thoughts slow and new insights can be gained. Summer isn’t summer for me until my feet are in the sand and I feel the salty spray against my face.

Modern art = I could do that + Yeah, but you didn’t. ~ Craig Damrauer From Steal Like an...

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 22:39:50 -0400

Modern art = I could do that + Yeah, but you didn’t.
~ Craig Damrauer

From Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon

These two new additions to my Gilded series of modern, tribal...

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 02:00:55 -0400

These two new additions to my Gilded series of modern, tribal drip paintings are finished and available on Etsy!

Synergie Arts - Creating Abstract Art Collaboratively

Synergie Arts at Artomatic 2012 made it onto Izze soda’s...

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 15:46:00 -0400

Synergie Arts at Artomatic 2012 made it onto Izze soda’s Facebook page!! A big thank you to the photographer Robin Kovzelove and my sister, Dana.

Synergie Arts - Creating Abstract Art Collaboratively!

An Interview with Synergie Arts

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 11:15:28 -0400

An Interview with Synergie Arts:

Artomatic Meet the Artists night is tomorrow, June 2nd and I will be there! In preparation, an interview I did with fellow artist Tammy Vitale was just posted on her blog. Please check it out, share, and comment! Thank you :-)

I am so drawn to the use of such strong color.

Mon, 28 May 2012 06:54:41 -0400

I am so drawn to the use of such strong color.

aerenwaters: ATTENTION: An ORIGINAL Aeren Waters clutch was...

Sun, 27 May 2012 09:00:05 -0400

aerenwaters:

ATTENTION: An ORIGINAL Aeren Waters clutch was stolen from my Artomatic exhibit on Saturday, May 26. If you see someone with this clutch, snap a picture—-they are most wanted!

This is my good friend Aeren Waters. Please help if you can!

More 2nd floor WOW at Artomatic. Fabulous colorful abstract...

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:56:44 -0400

More 2nd floor WOW at Artomatic. Fabulous colorful abstract works made with plastics and acrylics.