Artist Spotlight: Janet Hill Studios

This week I'm starting a new column that I'm calling Artist Spotlight. Each month I'd like to feature one artist or designer. I've chosen Janet Hill of JanetHillStudios.com as my first artist to feature. Janet's work does what art should do, it elevates my mood. Whether it's a still life or a portrait I'm instantly transported to this romantic world she has created.


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Her color palette is gorgeous and her work is both feminine and whimsical. I'm so delighted that I could talk with her and get to know more about her work and her creative process.


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Bleu Avenue: Hello, Janet. Thanks so much for taking time to talk with me. Your work is so original, how would you describe your artistic style?

Janet Hill: I tend to think of my style as magical realism. I'm inspired by a mix of real life and imagination. I'm interested in the moment when the two collide, which often means depicting people in ridiculous situations.

B: That's precisely the element I love so much about your work! Do you have a favorite piece that you've created?

JH: It changes depending on the day. Right now I really like 'A Fainting In The Botanical Gardens'. It's a happy and colourful painting, but it has a slightly sinister narrative to it that inspires the imagination.

Fainting in the Botanical Gardens

For He's a Jolly Good Fellow

B: I love the humorous little Easter egg in this painting. It must be wonderful to create scenes like this. What is the most difficult part of your creative process?

JH: Probably the most difficult part of the creative process is patience. I have so many ideas and waiting until they have fully evolved in my head is difficult.

B: Your paintings are so full of details, how do you know when a piece is complete?

JH: When I can't stand to look at it anymore.

B: Haha, I know that feeling as I'm sure a lot of creative people do. Any advice for aspiring artists?

JH: Be honest with your work and do what comes naturally. Don't emulate others.

B: Very wise advice. Thank you so much for talking with me today.


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Check out Janet's work at JanetHillStudio.etsy.com or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JanetHillStudio


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