Jacquie Clark
Jacqueline Clark FWS, PWS, NWS, is an artist always in pursuit of
the essence. After a thorough grounding in sculpture and years of concentration
on oil painting, she discovered the joyful spontaneity of watercolor and has focused
her efforts in that medium ever since. Her early recognition and awards came
for her oils and sculpture. Without the understanding of structure learned there,
mastery of watercolor would still be beyond her. Now, as her watercolor technique
matures through practice, experimentation, and instruction, her fascination with
the medium and control of the finished product becomes ever more sure.
She has studied with many of this country's prominent watercolorists in workshops
and symposia in the states, as well as abroad, to renew and recharge her commitment
to a demanding medium. Jacquie taught watercolor and all media painting at Sarasota
and Manatee Adult & Community Education for many years. She now teaches privately
in her studio, Personal Statement.
I started using watercolor for the ease; no mess, no smell, so I could just add water
and it dried so quickly. I have always been attracted to flowers and feel that
watercolor captures the fragility of the flower's essence. This medium can
be the most relaxing, fun and spiritually satisfying. When I
paint there is no time or space, only a feeling of pure joy. I never tire of
it. I have visited many museums all over the world and felt the excitement art
can bring. I want each of my works to bring that same feeling to the viewer.
