Darcie Leighty

I received my formal art education from Rhode Island School of Design later graduating from Portland State University. In the past, I have enjoyed working as both freelance illustrator and art teacher but found that nothing can replace the personally reflective experience of being a studio artist. I am constantly cataloging and tucking away images into my mind. When I reach back to incorporate them into a painting, the details have become less important to me resulting in an emotional remembrance of the images rather than a technical one. It is this “emotional remembrance” of bold colors and expressive line encapsulated within a familiar image, that I am compelled to share.

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		aurelia zephire 8 months I like the colors and the freshness of your brushstrokes. ...also about emotional remembrance...great way to put it!
		grace epstein about 2 years interesting comment about the emotional remembrance...I am going to tuck that away to ponder Thank you, Darcie
		Gloria J Zucaro about 2 years I LOVE your crow! I love crow paintings and think I will study pix of them to become more familiar with actual shape and do some myself Thanks for the inspiration. Great advice in your bio line!
		LAARA WILLIAMSEN over 2 years Hi there Darcie! I enjoyed viewing your paintings. You have a wonderful confident use of the paint and excellent composition. I also, juggled teaching and my own creating time for many years but am now free to play in my studio! All the best from Laara WilliamSen Canada
		Lea Cox over 2 years Hi Darcie, I just read a book you might like, called CORVUS, about crows. Have you read it?
		Susan Pearcy over 2 years I like the emotional energy in your work and use of color. I haven't uploaded any of my imagery yet but hope to soon, but identify with your themes.. Thanks!
		Stacy Medaries over 2 years Thank you for you comment Darcie. I have never painted a raven or a crow. I started this series about two years ago. I figure I am going to work my way through exploring a variety of birds; then perhaps, I will choose my favorites and do a mini series exploring just them. I will get to the raven eventually. It is always good getting comments on your work. I feel really good about the pieces I have been creating, but have been frustrated. I have entered several exhibitions with my birds, and I have had no success, they are never accepted. For an artist who is trying to make a name for herself and build a career, it can be frustrating. I just tell myself, "Don't worryy about what anyone thinks, just be true to yourself and keep working."
		Nichol Brown over 2 years The crows are awsome. I like the way you use your color.
		Alicia Hunsicker over 2 years Hi Darcie, Love your crows and your palette. Will follow your blog to keep up with your work. ~Alicia
		Emily Ross over 2 years I like your work a lot!