2015 Fenton ArtWalk Artist Angela Hamilton to Appear at Fenton House July 11

Residence: Grand Blanc

How did you get started as an artist?: I have been attracted to making art since I was a teenager. Even though I have a business degree, I drifted my career toward the arts and worked as a Graphic Artist for the Big 3. Then I worked at home in freelance but quit once I had more children. Once they were getting a little more independent I started taking painting classes at the FIA in 2011. Not long after, I became serious about working in the Fine Arts.

Describe your art: My art is an expression of my love for Michigan and the people in it. I have traveled quite a bit and I know I live in one of the most beautiful places in the country and I would like to showcase it. I find acrylics to be most environmentally friendly medium where I can mix the colors that I want and communicate the beauty that I see in a realistic style.

What is your next project?: I would like to expand my portrait portfolio and continue on my Michigan landscapes.

Where can your art be found?: I am a regular consignor at the Shiawassee Art Center in Owosso and the FIA Sales and Rental. Also I have applied to several competitions across the state so check my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/AngelaZHamilton and blog at http://www.angelazybellhamilton.blogspot.com/ for current postings and updates.

Do you belong to any art organizations?: My memberships include the Lakes Area Arts Council, Flint Institute of Arts, Greater Flint Arts Council, Shiawassee Art Center, Glen Arbor Art Association, and the International Society of Acrylic Painters.

What inspires you?: Nature, a sunset, color, people, animals and many other things inspire me. Art is capturing the beauty of everything moment and things.