About the Artist
Angela Powers
Award Winning, Painterly Expressions
Artist Statement
In my art, no matter my subject, I am interested in capturing fleeting moments with an impressionistic, painterly touch, transforming everyday scenes into vibrant expressions of light, color and emotion. I love to paint. Period.
Angela Powers Bio
Angela Powers, a Nashville native, based in Brentwood, Tennessee, is celebrated for her impressionist and painterly artworks that capture the essence of her subjects through simplicity of form and a keen awareness of light. Her portfolio encompasses still lifes, figurative works, landscapes, and pet portraits each piece reflecting her emphasis on color and design painting primarily in oil.
Artistic Journey and Education
Angela's artistic education is extensive and international in scope. She was that kid that loved to draw, and do crafts...all the time. Angela began her first formal studies at Watkins College of Art in Nashville soon after her graduation from Middle Tennessee State University with a marketing/fashion merchandising degree. She studied figure and portrait painting at the Florence Academy of Art in Italy and pursued drawing and painting at Columbus College of Art and Design in Columbus, Ohio. Her commitment to lifelong learning is evident through her participation in numerous workshops across the United States and Europe, learning from such artists as Stan Moeller, Dawn Whitelaw, Ann Blair Brown, Larry Moore, Richard Oversmith, Nancy Crookston, Kevin Macpherson, and Kathy Odom. "To be an artist is to be a lifelong learner."
Professional Experience
Angela's career is marked by a variety of artistic endeavors. She founded and operated Purple Dog Art Studio in New Albany, Ohio an after-school art program that served over a hundred students weekly. After selling the school in 2012, she returned to Tennessee to focus on painting full-time. In addition to her studio work, Angela leads art-based travel experiences through her venture, Traveling Painters, guiding groups to locations such as Tuscany, Italy and the South of France painting "en plein air", or out doors.
Artistic Philosophy and Style
Angela's work is described as "painterly, romantic, impressionistic, and ....just beautiful." She strives to evoke feelings of attitude, beauty, sensuality, and romance, with a focus on color and strong design. Her figurative pieces begin from life, capturing the human form and gesture, which she refines in her studio to achieve a harmoniuos composition. Her award winning pet portraits capture the spirit and soul of beloved pets, creating art that resonates with their owners.
Exhibitions and Representation
Angela's artworks are represented by Hagan Fine Art Gallery in Charleston, South Carolina. Her pieces have garnered acclaim for the expressive and thought-provoking qualities, making her a notable figure in the contemporary art scene. Her latest award: "2024 Award of Distinction", American Impressionist Society online all member show."
Community Engagement and Personal Interests
Beyond her artistic practice, Angela is dedicated to sharing her love of art with others. She taught art to impoverished children at Stellenbosch, South Africa, and continues to mentor emerging artists. Her personal interests include travel, teaching yoga, gardening, and spending time with her husband, their grandchildren and the studio dog, Walter.
For more information or to view her portfolio, visit Angela's official website:
AngelaPowersFineArt.com or Nashvillepetpainter.com
Angela Powers
9321 Ansley Lane
Brentwood, Tennessee 37027
614-271-9306
Awards
2024 Award of Distinction from American Impressionist Society Online Exhibition
Education
2019 Costa Rica. Soma Yoga Institute 200 hour teacher training. Yoga is art too.
2013 Florence, Italy. Florence Academy of Art. Academic Figure and Portrait Painting.
2010-2011 Columbus, Ohio. Columbus College of Art and Design. Figure Drawing and oil painting. Children’s book illustration.
1986-1987 Nashville, Tennessee. Watkins Institute. Architectural drawing and painting.
1985 MTSU-Murfreesboro, Tennessee. BS marketing/fashion merchandising.
Workshops
2013- present: I have participated in many art workshops in the US and abroad including: Stan Moeller, Peggi Kroll Roberts, TJ Cunningham, Dawn Whitelaw, Max Ginsburg, Lori Putnam, Randy Sexton, Larry Moore, Anne Blair Brown, Camille Prezwodeck, Nancy Seamons Crookston, Terry Muira, Alicia Ponzia, Maggie Siner, Kevin Macpherson, and Stanley Beilen . I continue to on occasion, participate in workshops. "To be an artist is to be a life long learner."
Experience
2014-present: Owner and founder of TravelingPainters.com, an art based travel business. I have led art groups to Charleston, Key West as well as Monhegan Island in Maine. My Europe trips include: Spannocchia Farm in Tuscany, Italy and La Napoule Castle in the South of France.
2003- 2012: Owner and founder of Purple Dog Art Studio in New Albany, OH. Started an after school art program for children with over one hundred students attending each week, employing as many as six teachers per school year. My curriculum was an academic based, hands on approach to learning and creating art. In addition, I taught an adult day class and led several adult art trips. I sold Purple Dog in 2012 which allowed me to pursue a career as a full time painter. I moved back to Tennessee in 2013 where I paint full time at my home studio in Brentwood.
2011: Initiated “My Art Pal” program with students from my art school, Purple Dog Art Studio in New Albany, Ohio and students in Stellenbosch, South Africa after taking art supplies and painting with fourth graders at Lyndoch School in Stellenbosch. Lyndoch is a sustainable community school for impoverished kids of the winery farm workers in the area.
1986-2003: Artist and muralist. Franklin, Tennessee. Children’s painted clothing business, commercial and residential wall murals and commissioned pet portraits. I was able to work as an artist and be a “stay at home mom” for my three kids.
Gallery Representation
2010- present: Hagan Fine Art Gallery, Charleston, SC
Art Affiliations
Portrait Society of America
American Impressionist Society
The Chestnut Group-Painters for the Land. Current board member.
