PWAS Spotlight Artist Amanda R. Kennedy
The Artistry Spin Blog has started a series for Prince William Art Society (PWAS) members called "Spotlight Artists", where those artists that want to be featured will submit a prearranged template for posting here and spread on our PWAS social media sites.
This week's featured PWAS Spotlight Artist...
Amanda R. Kennedy
Date: 6/6/2023
Artist Style: Realistic, Modern, and Abstract painting
Artist Mediums: Acrylic, Watercolor & Ink
Artist Bio:
As a little girl, growing up in Richmond, Virginia, Mandy watched her mother paint for hours and quickly learned from her passion and skill. She began painting at the age of 8. Mandy earned her bachelor’s and master’s degree at Virginia Commonwealth University, where she studied Literature, Art, and Early Child Education. Being a part of the VCU culture helped develop her skills as an artist and introduced her to the fine arts community that surrounds the downtown Richmond area. She has commissioned several murals in the Richmond area before moving in 2005 for Germany.
While living abroad, she was able to explore and enjoy some of the most amazing museums and historical art, including the Louvre, the Sistine Chapel, and Van Gogh’s Museum. Mandy has been an elementary school teacher for 23 years in the states and overseas, while painting as a hobby, using all of her experiences as inspiration. She currently commissions art and participates in local art shows. She continues to seek fresh challenges in her craft and enjoys meeting new friends in the art community.
Artist’s Awards:
Mandy has received recognition for her contributions to the art community in Richmond, VA by being presented with a sidewalk brick in Shockoe Bottom.
Artist PWAS Member Since:
May 2023
Art's URL:
https://www.uniqueacrylicbydesign.com/
Artist’s Social Media:
https://www.instagram.com/acrylic_bydesign/
Artist's Contact:
Mandyk.powell23@gmail.com
Author: Donna Liguria
An artist member of PWAS in Woodbridge, VA and Artistry Spin Blog Admin, specializing in acrylic
painting. She paints landscapes, seascapes, animals and many subjects.
Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com, Donna's Etsy site and her Blog at Donna’s Cave Paintings.
Local Art: Visit us at Stonebridge Open Space Arts at 15000 #140 Potomac Town Center, Woodbridge, VA - Open Wed to Sat 12-7 and Sun 12-5
The Prince William Art Society is a 52-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia.
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