Ann's Pastels

Ann Willoughby (formerly Ingoldby)– Artists Statement

I recently began pastel painting as part of an attempt to define my interests after experiencing an “empty nest.” Having worked in a technical field for many years, painting has shown me a more enchanting side of the world. I find that I see so much more beauty, colors and interesting forms that I did before I started painting. Pastel painting fills me with excitement and wonder as I watch the painting emerge through its journey toward completion. Sometimes it seems almost magical to me, as if the colors come together on their own – working together to surprise me in the final result. It never fails to amaze me how a few carefully placed strokes can make the painting.

As an emerging artist, I have painted a few flowers and animals, but mostly landscapes from areas I am familiar with in Colorado. One of my favorite areas is Taylor Park, just west of Buena Vista. In my paintings I try to reveal the feelings of being there, the feeling of being connected, the feeling of being free.

Each painting is a new experience for me. I have fun with each and every one, so much so that I sometimes feel like a child again and want to hang it on the refrigerator for everyone to see. I am looking forward to refining my techniques and broadening my subject matter to include tropical seascapes and maybe even a portrait or two.

I am currently employed by Jefferson County Schools and work as a LAN tech. I have also done some web design for people I know. I enjoy traveling to the island of Kauai for a month in the winter and am truly looking forward to going again so I can try to capture the beauty of Kauai with pastel.

I also have my own travel business. My Daydream Travel. Check out my great rates and book your travel online, at your leisure, at Book your travel with me at www.mydaydreamtravel.com.

You may contact Ann at 303-674-1697 or by e-mail at ann.willoughby@gmail.com.

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Shows: Evergreen Artist's Association Fall Show "Inside & Outside" 11/04. Read the clipping from the 11/10/04 Canyon Courier about the show which also shows Ann's "Aspen on Taylor Pass" and a brief review.