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Portraits as Inspiration

In light of the Blue Wave taking over the nation, it feels like a good day to share some portraits I have done over the years that have given me hope. Except for RGB (painted in ink) these were all digitally painted (not to be confused with AI! I painted with digital paintbrushes, stroke byContinue reading “Portraits as Inspiration”

Rediscovering Old Paintings

One of the unexpected rewards of the rather tedious task of putting together an online shop for my original and print work, is rediscovering old paintings that I really liked! Since I have only been painting again since 2020, some of my earlier work surprises me. And it also reminds me how important it isContinue reading “Rediscovering Old Paintings”

Schuyler Bridge, Pana, Illinois

Loosely painted watercolor painting of Schuyler Bridge at Kitchell Park in Pana, Illinois. The “1910” on the bridge is the year it was built. It is named after the Mayor of Pana, Henry Newton Schuyler, who served 14 terms as mayor, and donated the bridge to the City. I have a feeling I will beContinue reading “Schuyler Bridge, Pana, Illinois”

The Blue Door

The Blue Door, 2024. This was painted with ink wash instead of watercolor. It’s a different feel. I do love painting with ink, but watercolor is much easier to work with, and more forgiving. Do you have any favorite doors in your neighborhood? Thanks for looking! Eileen Backman EmyBackArt http://www.emybackart.com eileen@emybackart.com Online Shop: https://emybackart.square.site/ PortfolioContinue reading “The Blue Door”

ANNOUNCING NEW ONLINE SHOP AND CUSTOM ORDERED ARTIST TRADING CARDS!

I am building a new online store for direct purchase of my original art PLUS prints, and cards, and will offer flat rate shipping to your door. Almost all of my works will be available as 8 x10 or 5 x 7 prints (unless I do not have a clear image of the painting). It’sContinue reading “ANNOUNCING NEW ONLINE SHOP AND CUSTOM ORDERED ARTIST TRADING CARDS!”

The Same … But Different

I know when I first discovered linocut block printing, I was most in awe of the high contrast crisp lines it produced, and the ability to create identical original works. But what I have discovered in creating my own linocut prints, is that what I really love the most, is just the opposite. It isContinue reading “The Same … But Different”

Frida Kahlo – True Colors

I have had this black and white photo of Frida to use as a reference for quite a while (below). After seeing so many portraits and self-portraits of Frida, the moment captured in this simple photo struck me as something true and authentic. Like maybe all those flowers in her hair, and her paintings withContinue reading “Frida Kahlo – True Colors”

Bloomington-Normal in Brush and Ink; Volume II

Digital Edition I am so grateful things went so smoothly this year with the production of my second volume of Bloomington -Normal in Brush and Ink! This volume features even more renditions of some of our favorite local spots … 46 images in all! The book is a limited edition, signed and numbered, and canContinue reading “Bloomington-Normal in Brush and Ink; Volume II”

Hope

I have been participating in the bi-annual Art Circle exhibition at Carle Cancer Institute in Normal, Illinois for a couple of years now. Usually, I submit a painting that is complete, but not at the gallery for sale. This year I decided to try something different and submit a painting that I painted specifically forContinue reading “Hope”

Planning a Painting of the Great Frida Kahlo

I bought a 20 x 20 canvas and found the perfect idea for what to paint on it. Last night I digitally planned out a painting of Frida Kahlo. Next steps would be to add color digitally AND to transfer the drawing to the canvas. I am excited to see how this one turns out!Continue reading “Planning a Painting of the Great Frida Kahlo”