I received my BA from Ohio University. I was lucky enough to dive into my studio art classes with some of the best artists around (OK, I may be a little biased but really; best artists, PERIOD). The faculty at OU thrived on making their mini artists question, critique, lose their mind, & question their art some more. Until they felt that they may truly die from lack of conceptual ideas, much less the manifestation of these ‘ideas’. I graduated in 2011, with a handful of paintings that were good enough to throw on a website. I’ve spent my time since college focusing less on conceptual ideas & more on the materials in hand. While discovering what my materials can do for me, I find myself never being able to fight the urge to add more color & texture. I’ve given up on fighting this urge and now embrace it. I continue to find new ways to manipulate the paint & manifest my ideas. I encourage you to take notice to the variation in color, value, texture & movement in my art. These paintings are simply abstractions of everyday life, feelings & concerns. They’re inspired by my surroundings & are focused far more on the materials than the message.
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Sunday, December 28, 2014

Follow me on Tumblr!

Happy Holidays! During this time, I have chosen to abandon my blog here on blogspot... the GOOD news - A am moving to Tumblr! I much more visually stimulating blog, so happy perusing friends!



Sunday, October 12, 2014

Sparkspace | A Creative Team

     I am happy to announce that these paintings are now happily residing in their forever homes! A special thanks to Sparkspace, in Columbus, Ohio for showcasing my work each month! I will be popping through Sparkspace this week to replace these paintings with new ones. 

     Sparkspace is a great space for small groups to large corporations meet to further expand their leadership, culture, or vision. Located in the heart of downtown Columbus, Ohio; the building was previously [for 100+ years (!)] a paint factory. The building now holds spaces for not only Sparkspace but law firms, an interior design firm, and a photography studio. One of the creative spaces that is my favorite among many others, is the space that still holds a GIANT piece of pigment mixing industrial tank. Take a moment to check this place out - in person, will give you a chance to see my paintings on display in their artist's gallery and their various conference/meeting spaces. 

Stone's Edge; 10" x 20" Acrylic on Canvas

Boater's Delight; 36" x 24" acrylic on canvas

Sunday, July 6, 2014

Spring & Summer 2014

Hey everyone! I am happy to announce that I have almost reached 8,000 views! I thought that today would be a great day to showcase some of my newer paintings and photos... Enjoy!

Cross Dripped, 20" x 16", Acrylic on Canvas
The City that Sleeps, 20" x 10", Acrylic on Canvas
Boater's Delight, 36" x 24", Acrylic on Canvas
Purple Haze, Digital Print. 
Ambiance, Digital Print

Thursday, March 6, 2014

Monday, February 17, 2014

Ready for Spring.

Here's a new painting... planning for a big Art Sale in Clintonville (Columbus, Ohio) this spring. Can't wait for the weather to break!

Monday, July 29, 2013

Mondrian Inspired....

These kids are as natural as it comes with paint! Loved the outcome of these!

Enjoy!

Kayla's Abstract, 16" x 20" Acrylic on Paper
Colin's Abstract, 16" x 20" Acrylic on Paper
All done!
Just beginning!
Peace, Love, & ART.

Saturday, July 27, 2013

The McAllister kids Love their craft time with Aunt Brittany!

Impromptu babysitting trip brings on a night full of crafts! Kayla and Colin love doing "cafs" with their Aunt Brittany. Here are some images of their paintings! Using the masking tape method. Will have photos of their finished paintings later! :) 

Gettin' warmed up.
Concentration at it's finest
Working very hard at being VERY careful! :)
Almost done!
Success! 
Peace, Love, & ART.

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

New painting in the works...

Enjoy... not quite finished yet. More photos to come, this is a custom painting for this weekend's Colors & Bottles Bachelorette private event! It should be a fun one!


Peace, Love, & ART. 

Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder...

Oh Boy... 3 months sure does fly by fast these days! I can't believe I've neglected this page for 3 months... well, lets not harp on details. Here are some photos of what I've been up to... 









 
These are all available for sale on my Etsy site: iheARTohio
Stop by and 'FOLLOW' me! :) 
Also feel free to swing by my FACEBOOK page! 

Peace, Love, & ART!

Monday, March 25, 2013

New Painting...

Just a sneak peak at my newest painting! Can't wait to get this up on my Etsy shop... Follow my shop at iheARTohio.
Peace, Love & ART!

Saturday, March 9, 2013

Quick paintings

I have been working on painting quickly lately-mainly due to lack of time... But here's  an example of what I've been working on. :)


Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Still on the Wagon...

Hey All!!!

It's been a little too long since I last posted something faaaaabulous. I just wanted to reassure everyone I am still on the Creative wagon... it's my passion, so I'll never fall off. HOWEVER, I have been so so busy... and I've let my blog fall to the back burner. I have a few things going on, Colors & Bottles events, up-coming gallery shows, and a few commissioned pieces in the works!ALSO, it's that holiday season, and I don't know about you, but I have a ton of friends and family to buy for. That being said, I have a ton of friends and family who already have it all... so that brings up a lot of questions on what the heck to buy them?!? As an artist I take it upon myself to make them special, one-of-a-kind pieces. Not all paintings, and actually none of these 'gifts' are paintings, I like to make functional, every-day items that can be used, and I think that all could create with the right instructions. Everyone loves a conversation piece, and that's what I try to convey. I am not a DIY blog, however, if you look at posts from this time a year ago... I gave some great DIY gift ideas. I will be doing that again this year, I'll be posting ideas, and finished pieces of great DIY gifts... Family and friends who follow my blog frequently, don't worry, I won't give away any hints as to whose gifts are whose... but you may be treated to a sneak peak. :)

Black Friday is coming up.... so remember to be nice to your retail workers, respect other shoppers, and most importantly it's the season of love, giving, and compassion... so ACT like it. ;) 

Then when all is said and done... book this painting session to end your Black Friday shopping! :)


If this particular painting isn't your cup of tea, or Black Friday painting doesn't appeal to you... check out the calendar, or message me directly to find out the other paintings, and dates I'll be instructing. 

 Keep in mind for you non-Ohioians...  I would love the opportunity to travel else where to book a private event. Colors and Bottles offers classes all over the country! :)

Remember, in the great words of Pablo Picaso, "Every child is an artist, the problem is staying an artist as you grow up". 

Peace, Love, and ART, 

Brittany

Monday, October 15, 2012

Buy a Night w/ Moi through Colors and Bottles!!!

Hey Everyone!!

I have been keeping SO very busy, I have a new full-time job, I am working at Colors and Bottles Part-time teaching social painting classes, and will be helping out as a Pitching Coach for Bishop Ready High School Softball team!! These are all wonderful and new developments, so I am very excited about all of them. I wanted to let you guys know I am on the Colors and Bottles November and December Calendars!!!

Book this session for December 23rd! 
Fierce, 2009, Acrylic on Canvas-SOLD.

I am happy to announce the November Painting I will be teaching is photographed below. 

Chevron, Acrylic on Canvas 2012 (SOLD)

If you like this painting and would enjoy a night of BOYB and MOI teaching this to ya'! Clear your calendar for November 23rd at 83 Gallery in Columbus, Ohio. Trust me all you Black Friday Shoppers... you will need a night of booze and fun! And this is just the place to do it! :)

Thank you all for your support and I hope to see you guys out there as excited as I am to work on Chevron!!! 

Peace, Love, & ART! ;)


Sunday, September 16, 2012

Sunday Funday with the Arts.

I'm back!

I am so happy to share with you some photos of how I spent my night. I decided to have my niece Alexis over for the night. I wanted to test out some painting techniques for kids, and what better way to do it, than to test it on your 8 year old niece?!? Maybe it's because I do not have kids (...yet) or am not blessed to teach kids and be around them on a daily basis, BUT every time I hang out with my nieces and nephews they blow me away. They are truly intelligent little souls. 

Alexis definitely didn't hold back, she was full of her normal sarcastic behavior. It's so fun to watch her grow up and evolve into a little impromptu comedienne, smart, beautiful little girl. I can't wait to see what her future holds. So without further adieu, here are some photos from our Sunday-Funday Arts Extravaganza.Disregard the poor quality photos... as explained in my previous posts... my camera has bit the dust (RIP). So, my cell phone will have to do for now.

Alexis in Action with our 1st painting of the night.
Working in the stamp effects... she did this on top of the solid colors once they dried.
These are the 'stamps' I made. I wrapped yarn around an old to-go box lid (you can use anything hanging around the house), and used pipe-cleaners to create a 'spider'-like shape.
This time we used the masking tape to create her name, and she chose how she wanted to paint the solid colors on, and as you can see she is onto the stamping process of the painting.
Alexis the little artist.
Finished name painting. THIS WILL LOOK GREAT in her room! I love the neon acrylic paints!!!
This is my favorite of the two, this too will look great just about anywhere! :)
Luigi likes it when Alexis comes over too, he gets dressed up in pipe-cleaners!
I hope you enjoyed these photos, and found inspiration for your little ones! I had a great time tonight, and I hope Alexis did too (it sure did look like it!) 

Peace, Love, & ART!