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Let’s Talk Trash! MAY/JUNE 2018
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Q: Wow! Beth, you have been a teacher, principal, administrator, and an artist! Can you give us an idea as to how all of these fit together? Is there a common thread? A: Having served as a teacher for 16 years before moving into administration and later a supervisor position, I feel art has been a reminder that while I enjoy my job, it does not define me.There is much, much more to me as a person than all I do in that role. I’m a wife, mom, daughter, sister, aunt, great-aunt, artist, skin care consultant, avid reader, adjunct professor, and a good cook – when time permits, but most of all, one who wants to help others and brighten their lives. I have the opportunity to do that in all my roles. Painting just happens to be the most relaxing role.The common thread in all the roles is helping others, and hopefully, in most cases, brightening their day. Q: What inspiring words would you give to our kids today? A: My advice to kids today is to never feel you must fit into someone else’s perception of what you should be or become.Try things like painting, mountain climbing, running a marathon, or things you have never done.You might have an outlet you had no idea would bring you joy. I didn’t paint until four years ago. I uncovered a healthy outlet I might have enjoyed all these years had I just tried it. Be your own, respectful, productive person, and never let one single thing or even your career choice define you. Develop different, interesting, fulfilling facets, each one reflecting a different color of beauty within that makes you the beautiful person only you can be.
Nashville in 2015. I showcased that summer and while there, a scout from Tennessee Art League was drawn to my style and invited me to join TAL. I have showcased pieces in various locations in Nashville and recently Brentwood. I sold my first painting for about $250 I think. As an artist, it’s difficult to price one’s own work because it was such a
joy and release to paint it, but one does have to get the money back it takes to buy canvas, paints, and then there is the time spent creating the piece. Still, it’s awkward for me to price pieces. I usually paint on larger canvas, 20x24 to 30x40, and those don’t usually go for cheap especially in a gallery. Q: What size paintings do you normally do? A: Recently, because most of my work is abstract, I prefer a large canvas…again remember, Frances Hall! Some are big sizes like 20” x 24” and 30” x 40”. After all, they make a much greater impact when filling a big blank wall.
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