Artist Jerry Fenter
29 01 09 - 16:21
Jerry Fenter grew up in Portland, but moved to Mount Adams near Columbia River Gorge about 14 years ago. She was a teacher for awhile but decided to become a full time painter. Her husband Ron is a sculptor, and they now live on 4 arces with their dog Cody. Her inspiration comes from her daily life, dreams and journals.
Fenter says "I use painting as a writer would use a diary. I paint to record the experiences (often humorous), people, animals and events that give meaning to my life. With the paint, I try to get at feelings and emotions that are just below the surface of a person or to capture the essence of an animal or a passionate idea. I sometimes use humor in my paintings. I’ve heard it said, “Humor is truth, only faster.” I feel that humor in my art helps me to make controversial statements that would be difficult for me to make in any other way.
"I paint mainly with acrylic on canvas. I like lots of color. In addition to living in the Northwest, I travel a lot in both the Southwest and Mexico. My palette combines these three influences. "
"I’ve been an artist for as long as I can remember. I see things in a different way from the people around me. I am working on ideas in my mind almost all of the time…even in my sleep. I dream painting. I want my paintings to affect the people that see them in a personal way."
Fenter's work is fun and filled with surprises. The dynamic images bring instant happiness to the viewer. Fenter also teaches classes and has her work online for viewing. If you would like to take a class or find out more about this artist just visit her website and enjoy.
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