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I did my 7th body painting and photography shoot for my body art series.
Here are the first 3 images I released over the weekend from the shoot:
Love Thy Self
(body painting and photography by Chelsea Rose
Model: Ana)
I had a wonderful time working and hanging out with Ana.
As she was telling me about herself a heart mysteriously appeared in the middle of her chest which was quite interesting seeing that she had recently been through some heart complications.
Love Thy Self
(body painting and photography by Chelsea Rose
Model: Ana)
I really enjoyed Ana's vibe in these photos. She seems to have a gentle strength to her that is both bewitching and inspirational.
It was a bright sunny day in Portland on Saturday both i think both of us were quite satisfied to be hanging out inside the loft of T.Ruth Art space and creating art. I love this project. I enjoy getting to know my models. I view them as art collaborators. Its fascinating to talk and hear each woman's personal wisdom. I could easily say i learn a thing or two with each woman i work with on this project.
...so thats it for now. i will be posting more photos from the shoot gradually per day for a couple weeks. So far i dont believe i have a photoshoot scheduled for this coming Saturday, so i will be working on trying to book one!
As for Sunday it was a stay at home kind of day. I spent most of the day sitting on the couch drinking tea, watchin movies while drawing with my ink pens atop a bunch of acrylic painted wood that i had prepped on Friday. I will be taking photos of the finished illustrations very soon and they will most probably end up listed in our etsy shop for sale!
Many blessings,
-Chelsea Rose
Hi Chelsea Rose!
ReplyDeletei'm new blogger. i am art student from liverpool. tomorrow my assasement and i need 3 artist interview. would you pleeeeeese give to me online interview! pleeese!
there is a form.
Interviews:
When did you first discover that art would be an important part of your adult life?
I loved art from my childhood.
How has creating art shaped you professionally and personally?
What are your artistic influences? Has anyone inspired you?
How long have you been a working artist?
What is your artistic process?
Where can we see more of your art?
Are you represented by a gallery?
What trends do you see in the 'art world'?
Any tips for emerging artists?
What was the toughest point in your career as an artist? Have you ever hit rock-bottom?
What can you tell about the art scene in your area?
Has your work ever been censored? If so, how did you deal with it?
Is there anything else you would like to say about your art or the 'art world'?
In one sentence... why do you create art?
Has politics ever entered your art?
Does religion, faith, or the lack thereof play a part in your art?
Does your cultural background play a part in your work?
I think its wonderful when you can find people that you can collaborate with as an artist. She has a great presence in her photos. Artists are definately conduits when creating art and you responded to her.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your interest. good luck on your assesment.
ReplyDeleteHere you go:
When did you first discover that art would be an important part of your adult life?
I can’t name an exact moment since I was fully immersed into a living art community pretty much as soon as I was born. I lived with my mom during my early childhood days, in Venice Beach, CA. which is a place known for its unbounded and untraditional approaches and movements dealing with art and community. My mother was a struggling blues musician with many friends who were local artists. These artist friends helped raise me. It was only natural that art would be my drive and focus in life for it was the one thing that seemed to be the driving life force behind everyone I loved. Creating art has always been a way for me to love my self and the simple truth I carry within I think I always knew it would be a great focus of my adult life.
How has creating art shaped you professionally and personally?
I would say that creating art has shaped me personally by allowing self exploration. I have watched my artwork change with each year, morphing into new things, new energies with different momentums. When I look back at my old sketch journals I can see that I have been many different people in this life time. I look forward to seeing who and what I will be in several more years.
With these last few years I have begun what some would consider my “professional” art career. And within this new leg of my creative journey I am learning some very voluble lessons about myself and the world around me. I have learned that while it is a beautiful thing to leave yourself open like a book, it is good in some sense to be guarded. While I like to approach everyone and everything in life with open arms- this approach can sometimes be a threat to personally security as well as business options. I would also say that my “professional” art career is reshaping my approach to communication and interaction with my community. There are many fine lines that I am learning to walk that allow me to continue to function as a unabashed expressive individual and also a level headed, methodical and logically thinking diplomat.
What are your artistic influences? Has anyone inspired you?
My main artistic influences would probably be my undying curiosity about spiritual and paranormal topics that have plagued my mind since I was young. The old Celtic faerie tales were perhaps my first main inspirations. I have always been fascinated, drawn and totally inspired by anything involving strong women. As a young girl I loved to hear stories about strong, fierce women. I was especially fascinated by historical accounts of warrior women. At a young age I was attracted to the world of Japanese animation because so many of the main characters were these super sultry warrior women that I couldn’t resist.
As I said previously I was heavily influenced by the artists who surrounded me as I was growing up in Venice beach, however I would say I was also greatly influenced by a few well known surrealist artists. Man Ray’s approach to photography was fascinating to me. At an early age I fell in love with the dreamy bizarre landscapes and inspirations imbedded in Chagall’s paintings. and once I hit my teens and discovered Mark Ryden I was suddenly overwhelmed with inspiration from the Pop surrealism movement.
How long have you been a working artist?
ReplyDeleteWell, when I was just a lil girl and my mom would be playing her music on the side of the Venice beach board walk, I would go out there and sell small water color paintings. But that was just for fun.
I would consider myself a very new “working artist”- perhaps going on 2 years now.
What is your artistic process?
I don’t think. I feel, and create. Then I sit back and trip out on what I have just materialized via whatever artistic medium was handy at the time.
Where can we see more of your art?
My website: www.chelsearosearts.com
My blog: www.lucidrose.blogspot.com
My shop: www.lucidopticlab.etsy.com
Are you represented by a gallery?
I am not represented but I am currently in a couple group shows in local galleries.
In April I am having my artwork featured inside a local feminist book store called InOtherWords ( wwww.inotherwords.org )
You can always find something of mine inside T.Ruth Artspace Gallery ( www.truthartspace.com )
What trends do you see in the 'art world'?
I think the art world will always house a vein of spiritual and self experimentation and that is a trend I am tying myself closely in.
But with pop culture, consumerism and mainstream media I see a trend in being well…trendy. I see people making artwork that means lil to them but will be bought easily by others because it will look “oh so wonderful above the dining room table” or some such nonsense. And this is a trend that I intend to never fall pray to.
Any tips for emerging artists?
Be true to yourself no matter what opportunities, situations, pressures and reactions arise.
Grow a thick skin and learn to shield and deflect negativity while keeping your cool.
Make an effort to be active in your local art community. If there isn’t a local art community- make one! If you build it they will come. Its all about networking.
Get yourself out there. These days there are so many ways to connect with a world wide audience. Get yourself a blog, business cards, websites. Build your own global community and support group this way. But be carefull not be lured in and trapped by the computer. A healthy measure of networking and creating is key. Find a balance that feels right for you.
What was the toughest point in your career as an artist? Have you ever hit rock-bottom?
Its been tough recently. I am just now beginning to emerge in the local art scene and I have found that my artwork is not always perceived in the same light as I create it in. This is disheartening sometimes but its important for me to stick to my guns and stay true to myself and not bend and change at the whim of others. Economically it’s a tough time too. In the last couple years I have seen my lil well run dry and have been un able to purchase my regular art supplies at times. But all that has meant is that I had to think and create differently. Sometimes…hardship is the best teacher. I’m learning so much every year.
What can you tell about the art scene in your area?
There are many different groups and tastes within the Portland art scene. I am just now beginning to figure out where my artwork and expression is best received.
Has your work ever been censored? If so, how did you deal with it?
ReplyDeleteYes. My artwork tends to be censored based purely on the fact that I paint a lot of nude female figures. The way that I deal with it is just by feeling my way around certain art galleries, publications, groups, art fairs- determining what the audience’s threshold is. When I find myself being censored I usually make it a point to ask what precisely caused the need for the censorship and who made the decision. I then pursue the person in charge and speak with them in a very civil and matter of fact manner. Usually things can be worked out this way. Misunderstandings happen. If they can not be resolved this way I do make it a point to submit my opinions to the “powers that be” in regards to my anti censorship stance. I then find it important to discuss these things within my own local community. Sometimes when you reach out like this you find a great many other artists experiencing the same thing and willing to come together and make changes.
In one sentence... why do you create art?
I create art as a means to explore my self and communicate with the world.
Has politics ever entered your art?
Yes. I try to make it a point to be a conscious human being. Art is such an amazingly powerful tool for communication. Art can even break language barriers. I have explored many political views via my art, such as my anti war stance, my thoughts on consumerism, feminine issues, freedom of speech and much more. I see a lot of fear in this world, about talking about topics considered taboo or controversial. I feel its our duty as free thinking and free expressing people to actively commune and exchange views and insights on current issues.
Does religion, faith, or the lack thereof play a part in your art?
I wouldn’t say “religion or faith” play a part in my art but I would say spiritualism does. I am fascinated by all religions and spiritual philosophies. I am trying to speak universally with my art so I tend barrow a lil bit from all cultures.
Does your cultural background play a part in your work?
I think it certainly does. I love to explore my blood roots-which has led me to research old Celtic fact and lore. I grew up in LA in a lower economic class and in a society that isn’t the norm…I feel this has made me sensitive to the plight of those struggling everywhere, living on the fringe, trying to survive while meanwhile juggling the need to be active and creatively productive individuals.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!
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absolutely gorgeous and beautiful!!!
ReplyDeletethank you again!!!
my other blog btw but i use it just as a storage of pics and art. like m.ryden too!
http://fantazarka.livejournal.com/?skip=20
"As a young girl I loved to hear stories about strong, fierce women."
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white oleander movie - part 1
my favourite book and movie ever
did'n pass yet...
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deadline - after easter. i'll be fine!
but your interview - rock!
good luck with everything!
ReplyDeleteYour work is mesmerizing and hypnotic! I just have to check it out whenever I see an update on your blog. Your right about Ana, she does have a quiet fortitude. I hope things go well for her and her heart issues resolve.
ReplyDeleteIf I lived nearby I would volunteer to be a model and I would never model for life drawing class. I think your work is that great. lol! Keep it coming!
Gwen,
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your kind words! She made a full recovery with her heart issues- so its a happy ending :) Strong lady, that’s for sure.
If you ever happen to be passin on by in Portland Oregon, let me know and we will totally do some body painting!!
Best wishes,
-Chelsea Rose
Well that would be awesome! Hmmm, one never knows, life can be amazingly surprising : )
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