Donna L. Martin Fine Art

So it begins...we are on our way to Albuquerque, New Mexico so I can attend a workshop being held by Tracy Verdugo.  I love her work and knew I had to take this workshop.  Tracy has the most fabulous spirit and it shows in all of her work.  Bonus - we love road trips, so Chris was excited to come with me. We stopped along the Santa Fe Trail.  I love, love history, so this was just another bonus along the way. Beautiful sunset along the stretch of Highway we were traveling.  It felt like the promise of a magical weekend ahead. We are starting our first morning of the workshop.  I am so nervous...you guys that know me know that I am shy and not very outgoing.  Wondering how I am going to make it through this - I actually couldn't hide in a corner and play like I was invisible.  Tracy was so welcoming and made us all feel at home.  The sun was shining...I was starting to feel ok. We started out by dividing our canvas ...

     Fly Free I shared this last year, but thought it would be worth sharing again.  I have always been one of those people who is naturally shy.  It may have a little to do with the way we were raised, we were always told that children "are to be seen and not heard".  Growing up in that culture, I've always had trouble expressing what I'm feeling or saying what I wanted to say.  Why would I have anything worth saying?  I always felt that when I finally was able to say something, was anyone really listening?  To add to this, I grew up feeling like I really didn't fit in anywhere, that I was usually the odd one out.  I was the one who got picked last for the team, didn't stand up for myself...I didn't know how, didn't have " permission ".  I couldn't really find my place, or my voice.  I attended Columbine High School for one semester before we moved to a wonderful little small Texas ...

Dragonfly Dream I must be dreaming of spring...I seem to be gravitating to these softer, lighter colors and images.  This little dragonfly was created using paint, inks, painted paper, and stencils. You can see how it started out (below) and where it ended up.  It was a transformation, for sure. So here it goes, I'll open myself up and get honest and real.  I guess I'm also hoping for a transformation of sorts.  Longing to get out of the gloom and negativity that has plagued me for a few months now.  I want to see some light and also be some sort of light for others. I'm so tired of living in this dark place and I'm hoping, maybe through working on my artwork, the light will eventually come. This little piece has not been spoken for yet.  It measures 9 X 11.  If you have comments or are interested, please send me an email, I would love to hear from you! saltlightwatercolors@yahoo.com donnamartinfineart.com

"Singing of Spring" In honor of spring, I decided to post this little piece.  As you can see, it is heavily textured with molding paste, hand-painted papers, and pieces of tyvek. The colors are vibrant and sing with the theme of spring! This little one is sold, but I would love to create something just for you!  Feel free to contact me at: saltlightwatercolors@yahoo.com donnamartinfineart.com

Wild Horses This was an original watercolor painting I did using my favorite colors - blues, purples, and rich golds.  I love the feeling of strength and freedom in "Wild Horses"!  The original piece is sold, but prints are available in various sizes at:   http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/1-donna-martin.html For questions or comments, or commissions, please feel free to contact me at:   saltlightwatercolors@yahoo.com http://donnamartinfineart.blogspot.com/ www.donnamartinfineart.com

"Forever" This is a little mixed media piece I created around Valentine's Day.  I used vintage sheet music from Romeo and Juliet, painted paper, wood, and paint.  I applied resin to the finished piece and it turned out beautiful! This piece is sold, but send me an email if you'd like me to create something special for you or someone you love. saltlightwatercolors@yahoo.com www.donnamartinfineart.com