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"What I dream of is an art of balance, of purity and serenity devoid of troubling or depressing subject matter." Henri Matisse
When I create my paintings, I enjoy the silent process of the present moment. I am inspired to create what tends to be dismissed- the essence of a feeling or the ineffable qualities in nature. My paintings reveal peace through balance as I work in the abundant state of imagination and dreaming. Reoccurring themes can be found in my work from circles, botanicals, and patches of vibrant color to pure abstraction. Creating art brings me immense joy. My paintings are a celebration of life.
Awards
Debra Flanagan is a winner in the Best of Artists juried book series competition for California. Debra's acrylic painting, become, received an honorable mention and is published in Best of California Artists and Artisans 2006. www.bestofartists.com
Best of exhibit: people's choice winner, 3rd place. Kennedy Publishing, August 2006.
Collectors
Senior Vice President of a Fortune 500 Company, Medical Doctor, Executive Director, Senior Director of Clinical Research, Director Clinical Services, Veterinarian, Registered Nurse, Senior Scientific Investigator, Pharmacist, PhD scientists, Office Manager, Attorney, Real Estate Agent, Singer/Songwriter, Computer Technology, Research Associate, Pharmacokineticist, Graphic Designer, and an International Art Collector.
Commissions
Fortune 500 company/Top 5 biotech/lobby, San Diego, Ca.
Private collectors, Ireland and California.
Shows
Salon Jose, La Jolla, CA. Sept 2007-present. Solo exhibition.
ArtWalk, April 26 & 27, 2008, Little Italy, San Diego, CA. Juried group exhibition.
Gaslamp Art Showcase, San Diego, CA. March 29, 2008. Juried group show.
The Last Gasp, Bethesda, Maryland. November, 2007. Group exhibition.
Del Mar Art Stroll, Del Mar, Ca. October 6, 2007. Juried group show.
ArtWalk, April 28 & 29, 2007, Little Italy, San Diego, CA. Juried group exhibition.
Elements: an environmental art show. November 18, 2006, San Diego, CA. Group exhibition.
ArtWalk, April 29 & 30, 2006, Little Italy, San Diego, CA. More info: www.artwalkinfo.com
Caffé Calabria, February 2006, North Park, San Diego, California. Solo show during Ray at Night.
Escondido Arts Partnership, Jan thru Mar 2005, Escondido, CA. Group exhibition.
Art Fair in the Park, September 2004, Rancho Santa Fe, CA.
Hot Java Cafe, September 2004, San Diego, CA. Solo show.
Education
MA, Counseling Psychology, College of Notre Dame. Belmont, California, 1993.
BA, Psychology, University of California at Santa Barbara, 1988.
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