Artist of the Month for August

 The Art Market "Artist of the Month" for August is painter Darleen Urbanek.

"I have been drawing/painting since I was old enough to hold a pencil. My most recent technique is first staining wood that is either purchased or repurposed.  Then I apply the acrylic art.  Finally I add design around the edges to either go along with the picture or emphasize the detail in the woodgrain. I love 'creating smiles' with my art. Most of the things I paint make me smile too. It's a win/win." 

Darleen is well known for her animal portraits. You can see the personality of each one shining through!

Just as eye-catching are her landscapes, still lifes, abstracts, mixed media, and portraits.

"Calm Lamb" - 5"x 6"x 1.5", acrylic on wood by Darleen Urbanek ($18)

"Lion" - 5"x 6"x 1.5" acrylic on wood by Darleen Urbanek ($18)

"St. Bernard" - 7"x 7"x .5" acrylic on wood by Darleen Urbanek ($19)

"Dad & Kid Sleeping" - oxendine on canvas by Darleen Urbanek ($42)

"Flowers in Blue Vase" - acrylic on canvas by Darleen Urbanek ($32)

Be sure to make time to come see Darleen's work, and all that's new here at the Art Market!

We are open Tuesday thru Saturday 10am to 5pm each day, and select Sundays (visit www.theartcenter.org for the latest updates).