Celia Dobbs

Painting and Drawing

Artist Statement

My name is Celia Dobbs, and I am a sophomore this year. This is the first

painting and drawing class I have taken at Tawas. Last year I was in digital

photography, and I have loved both classes. I really took this because I needed

another class, but I am glad I did. I have learned a lot, and there is so much more

to come.

I usually go by what Mrs. Bayn says to draw or paint, but I love when it is a

place, or anything besides people. I would rather draw people than paint them

though. But painting landscapes, or out of the ordinary things is my favorite. I do

love this because you can control how big or little some part of nature is. Also, I

really like to make things my own, and people are people, so you can't really

change them.

It's not so much that a certain thing inspires me, but the surrounding

people do. My table mates are very creative, and I love to learn and grow from

them. If I am lost, they can help me with what it is I need and maybe how to

improve my art. Some of my favorite topics to look at are more of a modern, but
also older look to things. I like the vintage sort of paintings, and I like just black

and white drawings. To me, it stands out more.

Some tools that I used to create my work are ones I have learned this year.

I use the main focus of the picture to my advantage, and also the rule of thirds.

But if we are talking about real tools, I love to use a softer lead pencil. It gives a

smoky look when blended and I really enjoy that. Also, to paint, I would take

acrylic paint over anything else. It works really nice and blends well together,

rather than just mixing up to black. My favorite piece of art I have made so far is

my wave painting. This painting shows movement and the colors are beautiful

together.

What makes my art special you ask? Well to me, art is a way of showing

emotions and heart all in a painting or drawing. My art shows how I am

sometimes unorganized, but it works for me. My art is unique because I stay true

to myself rather than trying to copy another artist. I have my own style I think, and

it really comes out when I am painting.