We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Donna Caselden. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Donna below.
Donna, appreciate you joining us today. Can you talk to us about a project that’s meant a lot to you?
I tend to work in series, as many artists do. But many times, my techniques vary widely. I’ve been known to splatter paint when the mood strikes, making a totally abstract painting. I Other times I’m drawn to figurative work, enjoying the details necessary to accomplish this. And then there are many things in between- such as collage, working with metal, or a combination of all. I feel this keeps my artwork interesting and keeps me happy.
Donna, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
Boston based contemporary artist Donna Caselden has been perfecting her skills in painting over the past decade. Originally an interior designer, Donna blended her painting skills with her interior design experience, creating a perfect marriage of her two passions.
Caselden has won acclaim for her work with acrylic, oil paint and collage, and is known for her experimental 2D artwork, incorporating unusual substances such as metal, mica or sand to achieve unique texture and effects.
Her work has been displayed in museums, galleries, universities, and private collections throughout the country, including the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) in Massachusetts, and has been positively reviewed by various publications, including USA Today and New England Home Magazine.
Caselden is a member of the National Association of Women Artists (NAWA), Cape Ann’s Experimental Art Group (of which she is also a board member), SoWa Artists Guild, among others. The artist is represented by Inner Space Fine Arts in Massachusetts, as well as Casa Design and The Christopher Hill Gallery, both in Napa Valley, California. She also takes part in the Corporate Art Loan Program through the DeCordova Sculpture Park & Museum.
Caselden works from her studios in the seaside village of Annisquam, Massachusetts, and at SoWa, the well-known design district of Boston.
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Artist Statement
My work always contains an element of surprise. Once I make that first pass with my brush, I never know what will emerge. The finished design is never the way I expected it to be. I love that. I trust my intuition, and that allows my artwork to evolve organically. It’s that aura of mystery that captivates the viewer, with a sense that my paintings reveal a secret, unknown space. I want people to feel that they’re truly drawn into the painting and see something different every time
What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?
The most rewarding aspect of being an artist is when my artwork connects with someone. Hearing comments, when someone enters my studio, of those who resonate with my paintings is the best. I love being able to explain my journey of how each piece of art originates to the finished product. It seems people enjoy this.
Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?
I’ve learned to live in the moment, rather than focusing on the future. At this stage of my life, I no longer have a goal or mission. Creating art is something I need to do- it’s difficult to explain, but it’s just something that comes out of my heart. I recently realized that being between paintings is just like being between a book for me. I’m a little lost until I start a new one.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.donnacaselden.com
- Instagram: @dcaselden
- Facebook: @donnacaselden