Vivian Stearns-Kohler

ARTIST STATEMENT

Vivian Stearns-Kohler




I am a “fearless” artist. When I initially started my art journey, I was terrified of a blank canvas or a new technique. As adults, we want everything to be perfect. Now, after putting many hours of “sweat equity”, I “see” new possibilities everywhere. By being open to my surroundings and impressions, this allows me to try new techniques and not remain stuck in a particular style, medium or subject matter.
Vibrant color, interesting shapes and new mediums/techniques are what inspire me. I am rather taken aback how I can create in one medium and translate it into another. For example, I design wearable art and home décor from my artwork. (See )
My creative repertoire now includes fused glass, oil and acrylic paintings, pastels, watercolor, pottery, wearable art/home décor, jewelry making and painting with paper (aka quilling).
It is important to me that I express myself through my art. Creating art is as necessary to me as the air I breathe.

Mesa Art Center
Mesa, AZ

Shemer Art Center
Phoenix, AZ

Holland Gallery
January, 2021
Scottsdale, AZ

March, 2020 - 3 Women Abstract Artists
One Oh One Gallery
Mesa, AZ

February, 2020 - Mesa Art League Juried Show
One Oh One Gallery
Mesa, AZ

March, 2019 - Mesa Art League
One Oh One Gallery
Mesa, AZ

October, 2016
Holland Art Gallery
Scottsdale, AZ

September, 2016
ASU Gammage
Tempe, AZ

February, 2016
Emerson Art Gallery
Fountain Hills, AZ

February 14, 2013
Eye of the Beholder - Scottsdale, AZ

May 7, 2010
Di-Sciacca Gallery - Chandler, AZ