Donna Starnes

Curiosity and a passion for exploring the unknown and see what emerges is the main driver for my creativity regardless of the medium. Photography and painting are my main creative outlets these days and I find daily that one feed the other and vice versa. I love a strong use of color, light, textures and interesting angles. There is an energetic spark to my work that varies with each piece. After getting a degree in Art, I spent several years as a graphic designer at a in a university setting where I was able to continually develop my creative eye and learn new technology. Currently I am a full time visual artist living in Austin, Texas continuing to explore creativity in new ways.

1978
BS in Communication Design, Minor in Photography
Texas State University, San Marcos, TX

Work History
1/78 – present Freelance Graphic Designer

1/01 – 11/02 Multimedia Instructor, Austin Community College, Austin, TX

7/00 – 12/01
Graphic Designer III, Texas Historical Commission, Austin, TX

10/81 – 7/00
Graphic Designer, Media Services, Southwest Texas State University,
San Marcos, TX

Recent Art Shows and Displays
2016 WEST Austin Studio Tour
Donna Starnes Creative #270

2015 WEST Austin Studio Tour
Donna Starnes Creative #134

2015 WEST Raising Artist Exhibition
Austin Center for Architecture, West and 11th St.

Elements Art Opening based on the Periodic Table.
The Walkers' Gallery, 501 E. Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX