Submitted by Walt Thacker
At the Hamilton County Artists’ Association (HCAA), we juried in six new member artists. After applying, these artists submitted samples of their individual works of art. We have a panel of knowledgeable members who look over their artwork and interview each on their objectives on joining us in our endeavors.
Each new artist, like all of us at the HCAA, have had a strong interest in art since childhood and have a solid education through college or taking classes on their own.
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Amanda Russo has spent many years as a middle school art teacher. She paints mainly figures and portraits but recently has been exploring her interest in florals, landscapes, Art NOUVEAU, and Impressionism.
Laura McCormack works with most mediums of art, from paintings and even printmaking. She loves nature and being outdoors as her work really reflects this. Her renditions of water, wildlife, and children are spot on!
Jeff Pass recently retired from the Army and is studying graphic design and marketing. He mostly enjoys working with reclaimed wood and carving sculptured pieces. Very intricate and very detailed.
Susan Street Cook spent time as an elementary art teacher but later became a museum curator. With time off during the u pandemic, she reignited her passion of painting. Susan loves to Plein Air and has reconnected with and made new friends.
Michael White is our new photographer. He has taken a serious and creative interest in photography since high school. His passion for art photography has given him the experience for developing film and his own photographs.
Liz Hamstra is another multi-talented artist whose work spans across many mediums and genres. She teaches her students about creativity, craftsmanship, and attention to detail. Her passion for expressing and creating her art is obvious when viewing her work.
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At HCAA, we all have our individual strengths and talents in the way we produce our compositions. Come by and visit our gallery or check out one of our satellite exhibits.