Judy Steffens is a Central Illinois artist working from her studio at home. Judy is a figurative realist oil painter. Each of Judy’s paintings depicts a visual encounter that she has experienced and which sparked her imagination. Her work demonstrates an intimacy with the subject and thoughtful story-telling.Judy was interested in art at an early age. Judy recalls drawing horses at her school desk as a young second grader. She would find inspiration from the illustrations in the books of C.W. Anderson, Wesley Dennis, and others, which lined her bookshelves. She would spend hours studying and copying those drawings.Inspired by the revolutionary fashion trends of the 1960’s, Judy found new inspiration for her drawings. What started as designing outfits in the margins of her notebooks in school turned into a focus and in- terest in drawing people, which is a consistent theme throughout Judy’s decades of practice.Judy earned her Bachelors Degree in Fine Art from Bradley University.In 2010 and 2011 Judy and her husband lived in Florida. They were lucky enough to rent a studio condo on the beach. Daily proximity to the beach provided the the inspiration that led to her colorful and serene beach themed works.
Artist: Judy Steffens Oil on Wood Cradled Gesso Board Panel Title: Retro 24 x 18 x 1.5 in Lot:612 Starting bid: $650 USA
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