Amy Waltch
Red horned owl, Wood cut
What are your earliest memories of being artistic? When I was a child and loved ballet and modern dance, I would buy dance magazine so I could draw the dancers.
When did art become a pursuit? My whole life.
Are you self-taught or formally educated in visual art? I went to mass. College of art and got a B.F.A. In painting.
How did you first become involved with CAA? A long time ago. I can’t remember the year.
In what other ways are you involved in the local art community? I am a member of concord art association. I am a member of Full Tilt Print studio, a collaborative print studio in Hyde park. I spend over half the year in Truro, Ma. And am very involved with the castle Hill art center there.
Black heron, Wood cut
What role do you think the artist plays in society? A huge role. I don’t know where the world would be without art. It is important for those of us who depend on making art as an emotional outlet. And I believe it is an important outlet for people to look at art.
What medium do you currently work in and how did you choose this medium? I work primarily in wood cuts.
I have worked as a printmaker for the past twenty years. A few years ago I was drawn to printing wood cuts.
What is your creative process? Where are you finding ideas for your art these days? I am inspired to work with birds because of all the time I spend on a salt marsh on cape cod watching the many birds I see. I look at many birds and draw the image of a bird on a piece of wood. I then carve the wood.
How do you choose your subject matter? Is there a reoccurring theme that carries throughout your work? I think the above answers this question.
Kingfisher, Wood cut
In your opinion, what’s your best/favorite piece you’ve made? My favorite piece right now is of a black heron.
What is one of your artistic goals? To keep working.
What’s your favorite place to see art? Mostly galleries.
What living artists are you inspired by? Daniel Heyman
April Vollmer
Do you own any art by other artists? Yes. Many pieces.
Do you have any shows coming up? Yes. The Members Prize Show at CAA.
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