Vicki Wilcox

Just as soon as I was able to hold a pencil and draw on paper, that's what I loved doing as a very young child. However, once I was in Junior High, it was encouraged for young women to take courses like typing, home economics, etc. You know those times. I hated business class, but took it anyway instead of art. I always had a desk job as a secretary, and hated every minute I was working. One day I was reading Shakespeare's sonnets, and there was a drawing of him. It intrigued me as much as his writings, so I did a sketch of him.......time went on, and then I decided I was going to try my hand at oil painting, so went to the expense of an easel, brushes, paints, etc. I really loved it, and did a few landscapes, but still I was just not enthralled with it. Finally, just a year or so ago I saw a picture of Marilyn Monroe, and sketched it. THAT was IT!! I found what I really loved doing that I've searched for all these years. "Scarlett" took me about 4 days to finish. I would work a while and then put it aside until I was in the mood to work on it more. Tonight I finished it, and this was the outcome. I have a couple of people who want to commission with me. I've found my LOVE now, and it comes naturally for me; not really years of a c...

I have no formal education in the arts. However, I recently had a critique on my work "Cabin." Following is what the Online Art Gallery wrote:

Perspective in Vicki Wilcox’s “Cabin”

Vicki Wilcox’s “Cabin” depicts the structure's visual design surrounded by natural elements that display realistic colors and textures with oil on canvas.

The cabin’s proximity to the other elements within the landscape creates a visual perspective that suggests that it is connected to the larger picture. Nature, in all of its diversity in texture and color, is presented by an assortment of striking colors and designs.

“Cabin” seamlessly captures the aesthetics in the nature around us. Observers can see the intricate details present in nature from every perspective present within the art. Realistic portrayals of mountains, trees, grass and other elements are visually connected to each other and are equally as breathtaking aesthetically.

The level of visual detail present in “Cabin” is extraordinary. There is a beautiful quality to the art that is rich and vibrant. The artist’s decision to use oil on canvas adds another layer of richness that makes the art even more captivating. “Cabin” is the perfect paradigm for how to create beautifully ...