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New developments in the studio!

2/16/2021

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I hope you’re seeing some exciting new developments in your world!  I am.

I finished my first series of Arizona Poppies. These brilliant blooms are seen in the Spring all over the deserts of Arizona, in yards as well as in the wild. I think the best place to see them are in the outlying Valley parks and hiking trails. I enjoy them in the regional park near our home. 
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​I’ve also been chosen to show in TWO Herberger Theater Art Exhibits. Both are online right now, but they’re planning to have exhibits in person as soon as possible. Looking at paintings in person is such a different experience. Fine art just doesn't look as good on a computer as it does standing in front of it. I'll let you know as soon as I hear the dates for the live exhibits.
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Thank you for stopping by and letting me share my excitement!
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Live Painting at the Herberger

11/8/2020

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I'm so honored and excited to be a featured live artist at the 11th Annual Festival of the Arts at the Herberger in downtown Phoenix!

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Hawaii Dreamin'

10/9/2020

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Photo by Michael Szonyi, AFAR
Just sent my application for an artists residency in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park!  Woo hoo!  Now I've got every reason to dream of going there next summer!
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I even found videos of the Park so I can really see it in my mind.  Of course, I was immediately drawn to the bright dramatic colors that I love to use!
  • There are luscious tropical flowers that are similar to the desert cacti flowers I paint - they both scream "Here I am! I've got nectar for you!" in their brazen attempts at procreation.
  • There are bright oranges and yellows of molten lava that push through the landscape.
Definitely ready to paint those elements!  Even the mysterious science of volcanoes fascinates me and had me dreaming about how I could capture them in a painting. It's truly my dream opportunity!

The application process was quite extensive. I gathered a lot of information about my art, my process and my experience. As you probably already know, I love to interact with people about my art and giving a presentation is an important part of this residency.

I also had to put together a short introductory video, which I attached below so you could see it, too. (I looked and looked for some Hawaiian music - let me know what you think about the clip I chose). It was a fun and challenging 3 day process to complete the application.  

So now I have the pleasure of dreaming about being selected!

Oh . . . that and continuing to paint, paint, paint!!!

If you've been to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, I'd love to hear your story in the comments below. Thanks!
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Art in Person!

8/23/2020

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Enjoy a fun outing - including fine art!
Aug. 22 - Oct. 3 at Art Intersection Gallery, 207 N. Gilbert Rd., #201, Gilbert, AZ
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Fine Art galleries are beginning to open up with safety standards in place. 

​Now you can come out and see my art in person!  I'm very excited to have my artwork chosen for this Fall's popular Art Intersection Exhibit in the cultural center of historic downtown Gilbert.

​This ten year tradition at Art Intersection highlights the breadth and diversity of art created by Arizona artists. The range of acceptable artwork encompasses sculpture, glass, photography, painting, ceramics, wood, printmaking, mixed media, artist books, and more. 

All Art Arizona attracts artists, art collectors, and art lovers from all over the state to one of our best known exhibitions of the year. Visit the Art Intersection galleries, bring your friends and family, to enjoy this unique exhibition and range of art by Arizona artists.  

While you're there, get involved by voting for the Viewer’s Choice Award.

The exhibition is free and open to the public during business hours.

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Art in the Streets

8/7/2019

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​I'm excited about a national trend in our cities and towns – street art!

 
Many municipalities, like my hometown, have adopted a fee that's charged to developers, known as a beautification fee.  Its purpose is to make the community visually appealing by providing quality artwork in public spaces. 

​The funds can't be used for anything else. 
It's a great way to celebrate the environment, culture and history of an area.  And it's attracting professional artists that are creating unique and inspiring pieces!
 
I was fortunate to be selected for just such a project. The City of Goodyear awarded 5 artists (from hundreds of applicants) a commission to create art for a traffic signal cabinet at 5 different locations in the city.  The cabinet I was assigned is in a shopping mall – where I shop all the time!
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It was a great experience to connect with the owners and managers of the businesses in the mall, to talk about art.  We brainstormed about subject matter, history of the area and style of painting.  I found a lot of support for my florals and the bold colors I typically use.
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I worked closely with the Arts & Culture Commission – scheduling the project and presenting my draft concept.  I was inspired by their goal to have artwork that could be seen easily driving by, along with a few "hidden" nuggets that could be appreciated only close-up, by pedestrians.  It was fun to incorporate these elements into my painting.

Having decided on the local cholla cactus flower, and with the commission's enthusiastic approval, I painted on a very large wooden panel.  The painting was professionally photographed, sized for a vinyl wrap, which was permanently applied to the metal cabinet.

​People are genuinely excited to have artwork on the streets of their communities. 

“The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” – Pablo Picasso.  ​​
You can read more about the traffic signal cabinet project in the InFocus City Magazine.
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The Story of "Deeper"

3/24/2019

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On exhibit March 15 - June 4, 2019
at the Herberger Theater Center & Gallery, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, Arizona


"Deeper" was created after a long, emotionally difficult season in my life; during my Mom's battle with cancer.

In those early days of grief, I had such a deep sense of loss that seemed to me to be too overwhelming to even face. One day, during a time of quietness, I was inspired to create this painting which captured my feelings of painful loss and a darkness that seemed so deep.  But as I painted, I was surprised at the beautiful glow that emerged from the water.  The words "the really good water runs deep" went through my mind. I immediately felt a hope rise in my soul, that continued to bring me back into the joys of life.


​Hope can be found in even the deepest, darkest places.
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    Hi!  I'm Becca Farmer and I'm a fine art painter. 

    My distinctive artistic voice comes from a deep respect for nature and a keen curiosity for the scientific mechanics of life.

    ​My passion is creating dramatic visual experiences of color, contrast and depth.

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