I have always loved watercolor, and started painting seriously in 2001 after retiring from 25 years of teaching public school in the Fairbanks area. Studying with many talented local and national instructors has proven to be a productive and inspiring second career in art. In addition to growing and developing my painting skills, I have learned a great deal about framing, photography, printing, and marketing. Venues include local and statewide art shows, bazaars, gift shops, galleries, and on line via my web site at betsybearcreations.com.
Born in southern California, I spent most of my early childhood in Morocco and Europe before moving to Alaska in 1966. Most of the year I live in North Pole, but summers are usually spent at our remote beachfront cabin at Excursion Inlet near Glacier Bay in Southeast Alaska, among the beautiful mountains and fjords. Wildflowers abound in both areas and the wilderness is always just a few steps away from the door.
My goal is to become more creative and spontaneous as I continue to discover the magic of watercolor. "Barefoot Boys", "30s Dancers" , and Trail Memories are a few of my paintings inspired by old photos and historical settings. A class in drawing taught by local comic artist Jamie Smith inspired some very worthwhile experimentation with ink drawing and caricatures. I find art generates a positive energy in my life to keep creating and appreciating the beauty that surrounds me.
Betsy Bear
Links to more information about my art:
list of past shows and exhibitions
slide show- painting trip to Western Alaska, Kuskokwim River camp
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