ANN CLOUTIER
Having painted as a hobby for 25 years, I am now fully devoted to my art and concentrating on realism still life acrylic paintings. As much as I love getting into the quiet details of realism I occasionally can be found "letting loose" with abstracts and florals. Throughout the many styles, my use of vibrant color and clean lines brings a modern freshness to my art.
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My focus is creating paintings that capture the beauty of everyday objects. I find inspiration in the color, shadows, and highlights, which adds depth and dimension to my compositions. By manipulating light and shadow the goal is to breathe life into these ordinary objects.
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My technique is a result of painting and drawing classes, as well as daily painting and exposure to a wide range of artistic styles. This has allowed me to set my work apart with its bold colors and intricate detailing.
I have lived in beautiful New England all of my life. When I am not painting, I enjoy the endless "do it yourself" projects of decorating the home I share with my husband.
EXHIBITIONS
UPCOMING EXHIBIT
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FIELD TRIP
Group Show
Elusie Gallery
Easthampton MA
July 2024
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THE MONKEY was chosen as part of this show about the best feelings/moments/places of your youth. Playfulness and wonder.
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UPCOMING EXHIBIT
Group Show
Burnett Gallery
Jones Library - Amherst MA
Fall 2024
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Three paintings will be part of this group show.
UPCOMING EXHIBIT
Burnett Gallery
Jones Library - Amherst MA
Virtual Exhibit August 2024
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Twelve paintings will be featured for the virtual exhibit
REVELRY
Northampton Center For The Arts
Northampton, MA
annual gala fund raising event
juried art exhibit
2023
2024
October - December 2022
Provisions Northampton
Crafts Ave
Northampton MA
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Solo Show
Finding My Way
14 paintings that represent the last five years of my artwork as I experiment with various styles
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October 28, 29, 30 2022
MICAfest
Northampton Center for the Arts
33 Hawley St
Northampton MA
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3 paintings have been selected to be part of this visual and performing arts festival.
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December 2021
2022 Flat File @ A.P.E Gallery
126 Main Street, Northampton, MA, USA
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My 18x24 painting “Strawberries” was chosen for this show. It will be part of an online catalogue through December 2022.
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Website: http://www.apearts.org
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GALLERIES
July 2023 - present
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Julep Gallery
269 Redfern Village
St. Simons Island, GA 31522
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2022 Mill District Local Gallery
91 Cowls Rd, Amherst, MA 01002, USA
Paintings and prints will be available for sale from January through March.
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October 2022 - present
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Artery
289 High Street
Holyoke MA 01040
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An eclectic marketplace featuring original artwork.
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PUBLICATIONS
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Voice of the Artist
Issue 13 March 2021
My painting Salt & Pepper was featured in Issue 13.
From Artit website:
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2022 ORANGE BOOK Volume 1
“Orange Book” is a visual feast that showcases nearly 100 rising star artists curated by Artrepreneur, a global digital marketplace and membership platform.
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AWARDS
2020 Artepreneur Open Call Contest
"A Black and White Affair"
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Honorable Mention "SNEAKERS"
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2022 Artrepreneur Open Call Contest
"Orange Art"
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Honorable Mention "PEPPER"
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Bold Brush FAV15
Top 15% of contest entries
2019 Aqua Seascape
2023 Tea & Sugar
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2024 Lobster Pot
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2023 Artrepreneur Open Call Contest
"60's Themed"
Winner "REFLECTIONS"
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“ “Reflections” takes the classic still life and turns it on its head by placing glistening objects in front of an enchanting flower print, which is abstracted through a glass goblet and reflected in a vintage pitcher. The details are subtle, but masterful: the closer you observe, the more they reveal themselves.”
Kate Kelly
Artepreneur curator
