Welcome to Art By Joce W
Artist working in marker, watercolor and acrylic paint. Styles include abstract, expressionist, impressionist and realistic. Inspired by nature and dreams. Commissions accepted.
Every Saturday 2-3 new artworks will be released.
Both the original artwork and framed copies are available for sale. There is only ONE (1) produced of the original artwork.
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Enjoying Fall
An ode to my favorite time of year
Fall is an inspirational time of year. With the colors of the leaves changing and the weather cooling off, this time of year brings a change of pace that I always look forward to.
To me, fall has traditionally been a speeding up of life; kids are starting school, teachers are back to school, plans start for the upcoming holidays. This year is no different, however it’s a different kind of speeding up then the one I’m used to.
I gave my brain a break over the summer to bask in the inspiration that is life. With that the fall brings me back to my art to allow the inspiration I found to flow out onto paper.
Stay tuned for new art stemming from this summer’s inspiration over the coming months. I hope you took the time to recharge and find inspiration yourself this summer.
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Concept to Completion
Banned Book Cover Trading Card Exhibit
Recently, I was selected to participate in the Banned Book Exhibit at the Valley Cottage Library. The call to artists was both challenging and meaningful: reimagine a book cover for a title that has faced bans or challenges in libraries across the country.
I was chosen to recreate the cover for Sarah J. Maas’s A Court of Mist and Fury.
Behind the Scenes: The Initial Concept
When I submitted my application for this piece, I envisioned a dramatic, atmospheric piece. My original concept pitch was:
Concept: A central mountain framed by three stars, set against a deep navy and dark purple background. Warm, vibrant golds, browns, and creams bring the mountain and stars to life, anchored by soft wing details sweeping in at the edges.
It’s always exciting to see how an idea evolves from quick notes and sketch lines into a finished piece!
Check out the original concept sketches for both the cover and the bookmarks below!
Bonus Work: The Bookmark Series
Working within the exhibit’s specific size requirements meant I had to trim down my larger paper before getting started. Never wanting good paper to go to waste, I ended up with three bookmark-sized strips—the perfect canvas to create three complementary bookmarks!
- The Bookmarks: Available now on my website at ByJoceW.com.
- The Book Cover: To view or inquire about the original reimagined book cover piece, please reach out directly to the Valley Cottage Library.
Thank you so much for being here and following along with my creative process!
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The Blueprint of Brilliant Brainstorms
Summer Shots while Hiking or Walking
Inspiration comes from a vast array of places. Whether it is inspiration for an art piece, a musical composition or even a masterful excel spreadsheet, it is important to recognize when inspiration is sparked so you can more easily become inspired the next time you really need it. This ongoing series can help you learn how much inspiration is found around you at any time.
The inspiration for my art comes from plants or views I see on hikes or while I am traveling, my dreams and the books I’ve read. In this addition of “The Blueprint of Brilliant Brainstorms,” I’m reflecting on the hikes and walks I’ve taken this summer.
