We recently connected with Lisa D’Amico and have shared our conversation below.
Lisa, so good to have you with us today. We’ve always been impressed with folks who have a very clear sense of purpose and so maybe we can jump right in and talk about how you found your purpose?
Have you ever been to a place and it immediately felt like home? Wherever life takes me, I always want to come back to a small town in New York State. This is the place where I had my first art exhibit, where I sold my first painting, and where an awkward art student felt accepted. A quaint, little town on the Hudson River, that’s diverse, and welcoming, and where my purpose in life was first fostered.
From my first step, I liked how this town looked, how it smelled and how it sounded. Art runs through its veins and the celebration of the creative spirit is constant. The music-filled streets are dotted with art galleries, and unique architecture – all inspiring. I could get high on the arts just walking through the town.
I never realized how much of an impact this little town had on me until I was older. Then I decided to create a painting series of a few of my favorite landmarks there. I don’t think I can fit all of my feelings onto the canvases but that shy, insecure art student will always be grateful for a community that gave me the courage to pursue my life in art.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
I am an artist and a curator. I believe, every new painting is a deep breath, a new beginning to tell a story using color and creativity. My current painting project is called the ‘Sonic Series’. In this series, I challenge the expectations of traditional art techniques and the standard themes of portraiture by giving contemporary voices to remarkable women past and present. In my curatorial work, I am the creator of the annual small works exhibit, ‘Inside Small’ and the co-founder of The Bluefield Artists Association and the Rockland Arts Festival.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
The three most important qualities are resilience, motivation and attentiveness. Becoming a successful artist means mastering your chosen medium. But it also means, building your art business, setting goals, creating a business plans and setting financial targets. To create a life as an artist, this must include exhibiting your work, continuously promoting and selling your work.
What was the most impactful thing your parents did for you?
My parents most impactful decision was setting boundaries. My art career was my quest, not theirs. I had to create my own sources of income from and for art, and pay my own bills. Ultimately, my success was a result of my hard work and focus.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.lisadamico.net/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisadamicoartist/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisadamicoartist
Image Credits
Lisa D’Amico
