Gretchen Geneis Dugan

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Born in: 1952, USA

Lives in: Branford, Connecticut USA

Media: Drawing

Describe your work in 3 words: Reverence for life

See More Work:  www.backseatstudio.com

Spring - Graphite 27 x 21 in.

"My hands are directly connected to my heart, and my heart is taken by what I see."

What themes does your work involve?
Shapes, contrast, and beauty.
Describe your creative process.
I have been given the ability to draw and feel certain images are worth creating, to express sentiment.
What influences your work? What inspires you?
Random images and ideas that are beyond my control propel me to pick up the pencil and paper.
What is good art? What makes a piece of art great?
Great art is a gift from God.
What is the role of the artist today?
Anyone can throw paint on canvas, not everyone can direct it with purpose and create an image worth saving.

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