We recently connected with Lisa D’Amico and have shared our conversation below.

Lisa, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. What’s been the most meaningful project you’ve worked on?

Every new painting is a deep breath. A new beginning to tell a story using color and creativity. My current art series is ‘Sonic Heroines’. Through this meaningful journey, I challenge the expectations of traditional art techniques and the standard themes of portraiture by giving contemporary voices to remarkable women past and present.

I begin each artwork with research about the subject then I create a series of sketches, which serve as my inspirational catalysts. The techniques for my actual artwork involve building areas with the application of layers of paint, compounds, and resin to achieve vibrant effects and multitudes of textures.

I am intentionally creating an artwork series that is appropriate for audiences of all ages in order to raise awareness to a broad audience, with the hope that these audiences are inspired by the visual voices of courage, strength and determination of these women. Through my paintbrush, I explore, reflect, and advocate to spark conversations, connect diverse people, inspire interest, and promote action for positive change. My ‘Sonic Heroines’ series is a link in the chain of women’s empowerment.

This artwork series began as an intention for one work and now has become many. My art is both a message and a mission and I will continue painting women’s portraits until all of their voices are heard.

Lisa, 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?

I have dedicated my life and career to the arts. I am the creator of the annual small works exhibit, ‘Inside Small’ and the co-founder of The Bluefield Artists and the Rockland Arts Festival.

I exhibit my artwork nationally and internationally. Over the years, I’ve realized you never know who could be in attendance at the next exhibition opening, the connections you will make and the future opportunities that may happen.

I continue to successfully curate art exhibits, both virtually and in-person. In order to be curator, you need to be passionate about art, business-minded and willing to take risks and make mistakes. But most importantly, you must be able to work well with a large, diverse group of people.

I love being an artist and a curator.

We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?

One of the most important lessons I’ve learned as an artist is to say ‘no’. You do not have to take every opportunity, if it doesn’t fit well with your artistic journey.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

The moments when I’ve overheard people talking about my artwork and how it affected them is incredibly rewarding and why I create art.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.lisadamico.net/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisadamicoartist/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisadamicoartist

Image Credits
Lisa D’Amico