Becky Hawley

 

Becky Hawley
beckyDesigns

ArtWorks Loveland: Studio 110A

310 North Railroad Avenue

www.lovelandartstudiotour.com
www.beckydesigns.etsy.com

Reclaimed materials, found objects and natural wonders come together to create something new at beckyDesigns. ""My artwork has allowed me to express my whirlwind of emotions. My creations vary in color and theme from bright and cheerful to dark and disturbing. I think one of the best descriptions of much of my artwork came from an observer. She commented: "I like the dark whimsy."

My work usually has a personal connection to my life, and I strive to include a theme or elements that invite the viewer to make their own life connection. Three threads wind through most of my art: relationships, self image, or faith.

My years of work as a graphic designer have encouraged my love of type, paper, books, and color. Words often find their way into my art, as I love the meaning of words, as well as the shapes of letters and type in many languages.

I create artwork that encourages viewers to interact with it: textures, words, objects, and doors or drawers. In this way, my work connects with others not only emotionally and creatively, but also physically. "" - beckyDesigns

Becky Hawley

Artist Interview!

 

What is your favorite medium to work with?

I've gotten really intrigued with encaustic and beeswax

What cheers you up?

Working on my art. Taking a walk. Watching my pet rabbits.

Which of the four seasons do you love the most and why?

I love Fall the most because I like to go swishing through the leaves! Greatest sound in the world.

Describe your studio in less than 5 words:

Cabinet of curiosities on steroids

 What is your favorite part about your studio?

The smell of my stuff. It's the only place that smells like that.

Did you go to art school or are you self taught?

I would be considered "self-taught"…but that's not really very accurate. I've learned from workshops and seminars, books, videos, interaction with other artists, and the world around me. I'm "everyone-taught".

How did you become an artist?

I've done graphic design for many years, but needed to get back into doing my own creative thing. 

Where is your favorite spot in Loveland and why?

Technically not part of the city limits of Loveland, I love the foothills—the Devil's Backbone, Bobcat Ridge, Ramsey-Shockey Open Space. I like to get out of town into nature.