About Me
My Background
My Inspiration
My Background
My name is Vivian Alkire. I currently live in Jacksonville , Florida. My hometown is Corpus Christi, Texas.
During my early years in Texas, I tried my hand at painting but could never reach a level of satisfaction. As a Navy wife my husband eventually got stationed in my hometown Corpus Christi, Texas. I was fortunate enough to take l
My name is Vivian Alkire. I currently live in Jacksonville , Florida. My hometown is Corpus Christi, Texas.
During my early years in Texas, I tried my hand at painting but could never reach a level of satisfaction. As a Navy wife my husband eventually got stationed in my hometown Corpus Christi, Texas. I was fortunate enough to take lessons there from a teacher (Sandra Day) who taught me how to paint using the Dick Turner method. Dick Turner is a famous Houston, Texas artist who died young but used his method of painting to teach students how to paint the "Old Masters" way. This method incorporates the use of glazes. The glazes are made up of mediums mixed with oil paint. The technique is like layering different clear colored cellophane sheets on top of the painted surface. I love the method and have learned the proper way of painting. When this technique is used you will get an iridescent look to the painting. You will notice that the painting will change as the light changes around it. There are no brush strokes. After my paintings are completely dry you can wipe the surface with a clean damp cloth. I learned more about painting in those lessons than I did in the previous years of painting. My watercolors and silks have benefitted from these lessons also. My goal is to have the viewer feel something when they view my artwork.
My Medium
My Inspiration
My Background
I use many different mediums, such as oils, watercolors and inks for silk art. I try to experiment with different styles and mediums to continue growing in my art. I may be in my 70s but I continue to learn.
As you view my portfolio you will see a couple of Mirror Shard art pieces. These are made with broken mirrors and arranged on a
I use many different mediums, such as oils, watercolors and inks for silk art. I try to experiment with different styles and mediums to continue growing in my art. I may be in my 70s but I continue to learn.
As you view my portfolio you will see a couple of Mirror Shard art pieces. These are made with broken mirrors and arranged on a framed mirror. I use resin to cover the shards so when you view the art work the shards reflect the light giveing you a feeling of moving water.
The large paintings are gallery wrapped canvases. They do not require a frame. The artwork continues around the 1 1/2 inch sides of the canvas. This gives the painting more depth.
My Inspiration
My Inspiration
My Inspiration
I have been greatly influenced by Dick Turner's art. The picture above is a Turner painting. I have many of his prints . He taught you to look at nature and animals in a different way. See the colors. "Grass is not just green - it is blue, yellow, green, light green, orange , brown and so many other colors." The same applies to
I have been greatly influenced by Dick Turner's art. The picture above is a Turner painting. I have many of his prints . He taught you to look at nature and animals in a different way. See the colors. "Grass is not just green - it is blue, yellow, green, light green, orange , brown and so many other colors." The same applies to most things in nature.
Take the time to look