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My visions are inspired by my studies in Buddhism and mythology
from ancient cultures, as well as the chapters of my life as time
passes on. Just as a photograph is an image captured in time, each
painting and poem I create is a embodiment of my thoughts and
emotion.
Originally from Sai Gon, Viet Nam, I have spent most of my life
living on the Emerald Coast of Florida. I studied fine arts at
Okaloosa-Walton Junior College and continued my studies as a
student of nationally and internationally renowned artist, Sensei
Jeannie "Masuko" Gartman. Although, some of my paintings are in
acrylic, my medium of choice is oil. Oil painting gives me
unsurpassed flexibility of blending magnificent color and
transparency, as well as, allowing me to create highly textural
pieces within my uniquely defined color palette.
Renowned primarily for my use of color and fantastically created
atmospheres, each painting retains its exclusivity and can only be
created once. Layers and layers of paint demand the use of the
highest quality linen canvases that are supremely reinforced to
withstand my technique and endure the gravity of time. The vision
is completed once enveloped within a custom made frame – always
chosen individually for each finished piece.
My artwork has been displayed at locally sponsored art shows and
businesses throughout Okaloosa County including restaurants, yoga
studios, and gift shops. I have also been honored to serve
as a juror for the Northwest Florida Arts Association
"Consumerism" competition. Original paintings are kept
exclusive and can only be obtained through commissions. So much
emotion and energy is invested that letting go of a commissioned
piece is often times very difficult to do. Hence the reason I
never ask for a down payment and I always give the commissioner
the option of buying the final original or choosing to purchase a
reproduction instead. If I choose to let go of an original within
my private collection, it is only because I have finally chosen to
let go of that chapter in my life or the vision no longer lingers
within. Reproduced prints are available on occasion and are also
limited in number in order to retain their value. Showings of my
original paintings in professional establishments are only
available on a month-to-month rental basis. Reproduced prints are
more readily available for showing.
Often times I am asked what a certain element may be in a painting
I create....my answer is always "it is whatever the admirer seeks
it to be."
In sharing my artwork, I hope to awaken the inner awe within each
of us.
Thank you for sharing this experience with me.
~ Sophie Beedie ~
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