As a painter, I am most drawn to subject matter that is personal. People, places or objects that have meaning or a history in my life are what I find most engaging. I enjoy realism and intricate work. It’s like putting a puzzle together, when all the pieces fit it is a joy.
Currently, I am working on panoramic scenes of Indiana farm ground. I am intrigued by the vastness of the land and sky. Seeing the variety of colors and shapes that may be taken for granted as we daily travel by.
Children’s Portraits are also a major subject for my work. How doesn’t enjoy looking at a sweet child? Oil paint and colored pencil are my chosen medium. I have also completed quite a few murals both individually and as a collaboration.
I have always been an artist. I studied at Ball State University where I earned a BS and MA in Art Education. I was an art teacher in the public schools in Indiana for 28 years. I honed my skills along with my students and found them to be an inspiring factor in my own work.
You can see more of my artwork on my facebook page, Juli Dorton’s Art