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The Rewards of an Artist Residency
PAPNM Signature member, Nancy Silvia chosen as artist spotlight in Outdoor Painter - March 2022:
https://www.outdoorpainter.com/artist-spotlight-nancy-silvia/
First few interview questions:
How did you get started and then develop your career?
Nancy Silvia: From a young age I’ve identified as an artist, pursued an education in art, and have been painting my entire life. I don’t consider what I do a “career,” but my life’s journey.
How do you describe success?
Success means being able to continue to paint, achieve recognition for my accomplishments, and to exhibit and sell my paintings.
How do you find inspiration?
I find inspiration in everything that I see, particularly landscape. An artist may not always find inspiration easily, but if you just show up in the studio or out in the field, get to work, then inspiration will find you!
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