Debra Spinks, Artist

Hark!

2011-12-22T16:45:00.000-05:00

Save the Date!

2011-12-08T11:04:00.000-05:00

May 5, 2012

Bicentennial Parking Lot

Asheboro, NC

The Randolph Arts Guild is excited to once again be partnering with the City of Asheboro and Habitat for Humanity to put together ART MAY-HAM. This juried Arts and Crafts show features the work of 30+ artists and artisans, BBQ, music, and much, much, more.

What a show!

2011-12-03T22:19:00.000-05:00

I had a wonderful time at the Lark Artists Handmade Holiday art show today! Everyone who attended, whether artist or patron, contributed to the flow of good will and positive energy that started at 6:00 a.m. and did not stop even after the doors closed at 5:00 p.m. It was so nice to welcome new and old friends in such an excellent venue, and the icing on the cake was selling a few paintings! Thank you to everyone who came and supported this show - we look forward to seeing you next year!

Ready for Handmade Holiday Art Show!!

2011-12-02T02:38:00.000-05:00

I've been working on lots of little paintings for the

LARKArtists Handmade Holiday Art Show

Great for tucking in a gift bag or stocking!

Handmade Holiday Coming Soon!

2011-11-02T21:31:00.000-04:00

Tons of fabulous local talent in one venue - hope to see you there!

Handmade Holiday Art Show

2011-10-09T12:00:00.000-04:00

Getting ready for the December 3rd Handmade Holiday Art Show at The Exchange in Asheboro, NC! I'm working on lots of little paintings - great for tucking in a gift bag or stocking. This year I'll also have card prints of selected originals. See you there!

P.S. There are still a few days for vendors to apply - deadline is October 15.

2011-07-16T23:52:00.000-04:00

Had a lark at the LARK Artists Summer Show today! Met lots of new people and sold a few paintings. It was a beautiful venue and a fabulous day!

It'll be a LARK on July 16!

2011-06-28T17:01:00.000-04:00

Hold this date - this will be an extraordinary show! I hope to see you there!

Fun Show at RAG!

2011-06-09T21:04:00.000-04:00

My Sweet Peas got in the RAG juried show. This year there will be a People's Choice award - if you're in the area, you can vote through June 29 at the Moring Arts Center, 123 Sunset Ave, Asheboro - $1.00 per vote donation to RAG.

RAG 29th Annual Juried Show - June 6-29

2011-06-03T22:46:00.000-04:00

All set for the Randolph Arts Guild juried show opening next week. At least one piece is chosen from each entrant's three submissions. If you're in town, stop by for the reception Tuesday, June 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Moring Arts Center on Sunset Ave., Asheboro. Should be a great show with lots of local flavor!

Hickory Mountain Weavery

2011-05-16T00:28:00.000-04:00

I had a wonderful weekend at Hickory Mountain Weavery's 1st annual show and sale. The venue was fantastic - the cabins were quaint and cozy, yet super functional. The ambiance was magical.

This cabin was originally the Pluck, NC, post office dating from the late 1880's. It now houses the studio/classroom of artist Emily Thompson,who was kind enough to share her domain with me for this event. She teaches children's art here and made a wonderful display of her students' work on the porch in addition to hanging her own pastel, watercolor, and pen & ink works inside.

It was such fun figuring out creative ways to display my works. I utilized a lot of thrift store finds and was really pleased with how it turned out.

The stone fireplace and log walls created a lovely backdrop for framed pieces:

It was a great two days with lots of visitors and long, artsy chats. I can't wait for the next event here!

Tiny Treasures

2011-05-01T16:41:00.000-04:00

Lots of lovely teeny-weeny flowers in my yard - got my pics before hubby mows them all away.

I'm a Genius!

2011-04-13T12:58:00.000-04:00

I've been racking my brain's little-used left side to pull my blog and Etsy into my Facebook page and connect Etsy and NetworkedBlogs with my blog, and I've finally done it (I think)!

If you've got a minute to wander around, browse the connections. Let me know if you need help getting out of the maze.

2011-03-03T14:56:00.000-05:00

My good friend Marion and I are having a six-week show in Ramseur, NC, starting March 10. If you're nearby, come by!

2010-12-20T18:11:00.000-05:00

Just made it under the wire! Have a good Christmas!!

2010-07-07T14:56:00.000-04:00

I'm really enjoying these little landscapes. This one is oils using a knife on canvas hardboard.

2010-06-28T18:10:00.000-04:00

Hot, hot, hot here in North Carolina, but I had a COOL time in SF Bay Area a couple of weeks ago. Here are a few mini-landscapes of the Hollister hills.

2010-03-21T10:07:00.000-04:00

Redbud time!

2010-03-15T16:46:00.000-04:00

I will have a small solo exhibition hosted by the Randolph Hospital Cancer Center in Asheboro, NC, from today through April 28. It is located in the open stairway accessible through the Outpatient Center lobby. If you are in the area, stop by and take a look!

2010-03-07T03:55:00.000-05:00

Working, working - feels good!
This is a tiny flower (about 1" wide) I found in the garden at my Mom's apartment building in Hawaii. I don't know the name.

2010-02-27T00:17:00.000-05:00

Dug into my Derwent wc pencils while visiting Mom in Hawaii last month - this is from the plumeria tree in my brother's yard.

2010-02-16T19:16:00.000-05:00

I have been very busy with "life" things these last couple of months, but I have managed to do some painting. The first two are 4x4" acrylics done for a tiny art show in December and the watercolor got its final licks yesterday.

2009-12-20T19:57:00.000-05:00

Happy Holidays!

2009-11-17T17:53:00.000-05:00

Second cp project. It was a challenge to get the background deep and yet have modulation of color. Baby steps.

2009-10-23T17:58:00.000-04:00

Taking a colored pencil class over the next few weeks. Liking it a lot, not the least because (a) I am learning patience, and (b) I thought I had my color theory down pat, but I am learning more new things about color mixing than I thought possible. It's a fun way to gain knowledge that can be applied across all media.

2009-09-30T16:57:00.000-04:00

Knife painting on canvas. Nice not to be under the control of the brush.

2009-09-27T20:12:00.001-04:00

Ok. I am just going to jump in here.

I'm Debra Spinks, and I am an artist. I paint in watercolor, oils, and acrylics. I also work in charcoal, graphite, soft pastels, and colored pencil.

I'm not sure in what direction I'll go with this blog, but you'll know as soon as I know.