October 1, 2013

Southwest Art, Art of Arizona (Oct. 2013)

"From the Grand Canyon in the north to the saguaro stands and Gila monsters of the Sonoran desert in the south. Arizona's natural wonders captivate artists and inspire them to pick up a brush, pen, clay, or chisel to celebrate this corner of the West. But there's also much more to the art of Arizona than landscape paintings, as you will discover in the following pages. From cities like Tucson and Scottsdale to smaller towns like Sedona and Prescott and many spots in between, artists and galleries are thriving in the Grand Canyon State. With such a vibrant variety of art, you're sure to find something that catches your eye" (Southwest Art, October 2013, pg. 138).

Southwest Art, January 2014
Southwest Art, October 2013.

"Christy Olsen is an emerging artist located in Tucson. Inspired by her background in Art History and study of the Old Masters, she utilizes chiaroscuro lighting, a neutral palette of earth tone, and exceptional drawing skills to create timeless works of art. Olsen also teaches atelier method classes and workshops in the Tucson area" (Southwest Art, October 2013, pg. 140).

Image of Carnation Clippings, Oil on board. 16x20. was featured.

Reference
Art of Arizona. Southwest Art.
Published October 2013. Volume 43 (Issue No. 5).