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I’ve been interested in creating art since I can remember but didn’t get a formal education until much later in life. I started with a graphics art degree which led me to the amazing experience of film photography, working in a dark room with a stringent and dedicated professor who required adherence to professional techniques encouraging rigorous practice and critical thinking. That experience honed my skills in observing details, visual texture, contrast of light and darks and everything in between. Later I went on to finish my BFA where I had the most wonderful experience encouraged to pursue my riot of curiosity in art which included watercolor, oil painting and acrylic, sculpture and encaustic wax art.

I’ve been painting for over 25 years and have a studio where I teach students of all ages. I actual learn more from that experience than my students realize.

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Etsy watercolor prints - Pitchford Art Studio

Etsy Original artwork paintings: Loreen Pitchford Art

One of the artistic mediums I find to be a constant companion is watercolors. I am particularly drawn to the translucent quality of watercolors. I carrying a small watercolor kit with me whenever I travel as it allows me to seize the inspiration that presents itself along the way. Also a lightweight digital camera (cell phone works great) to capture those fleeting and beautiful moments, which I can later use as references for my studio paintings.

If you’d like to create a small watercolor kit, like the one shown below, follow this link to instructions in my blog.

Encaustics

The encaustic hot wax process is a spontaneous medium where hot wax is applied to gesso wood panels. It is typically layered to create more opaque, or more translucent effects, and can be combined with colored wax or collage materials (like photos or paper). Each layer of wax can also be scraped, textured or polished for a variety of finishes.

After taking a workshop in encaustic wax, I became very interested in how I could use encaustic wax and photography. I set about practicing my new found skills melting bees wax and happily enjoying the warmth it creating in the studio during our long cold winter days - and, the bonus is the sweet honey smell that also permeates the space.

Media Art

New media art is artwork designed and produced by means of electronic media. This series is inspired by the weekly hikes along the mountain trails that display the changing seasons. Prints