Amber Ivey

“My work is a reflection of my passion for life. I love people – the relationships between families and friends, both present and past. Mostly I am inspired by everyday life. My paintings are never planned, but when I feel moved towards an idea, I have to paint. I enjoy experimenting with different surfaces and materials. Metal, screen and wood are some of my favorites. My work has been described as raw and uninhibited. Painting is an escape for me. I love teaching children. My mission is to instill confidence in others to be able to express themselves with no fear of judgment. James Dickey said, “There are so many selves in everybody and to explore and exploit just one is wrong, dead wrong, for the creative person.”