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Design Boot Camp 2022: Demo Painting

Julie Fei-Fan Balzer

Here's a look at the large (19×24) demo piece I made during Design Boot Camp this year:

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And here's a look at its progress over several sessions in class:

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And the final version displayed along with some of my previous work:

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As you can see, all of my work kind of "goes together" no matter the format, content, or techniques used. This is what I think many people mean when they refer to "style."  A big part of Design Boot Camp is helping each participant drill down to some essentials of what his or her style is.

If you're interested in getting more information about Design Boot Camp, including watching a free lesson, you can do so here.

One of my personal goals for 2022 is to get back to working large. In the last few years, I've been so busy running my business and being a mom that I feel like I've totally stepped away from creating anything larger than 9×12. Smaller pieces are simply easier and quicker to get done. But, this year I'm severely limiting my teaching schedule and focusing on making bigger art!

Last month I was thinking of starting a #100dayproject about working larger, but that seemed like pressure I didn't need in my life. I love #the100dayproject but it can feel very performative at times — at least for me. And performance anxiety makes me take fewer risks and make more mediocre stuff.

Thanks for reading!

Julie Fei-Fan Balzer

Based outside of Boston, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer is a painter, printmaker, and collage artist who constructs vibrant compositions. Her artwork investigates the interplay of identity and perception, inviting viewers to take a longer look. Julie works in layers, both physically and metaphorically, exploring what is visible and what is concealed. Passionate about connecting with and inspiring other artists, she shares her expertise through in-person workshops and her online classroom at MyArtPractice.com. Julie's achievements include high-profile clients, multiple publications - including her book, “Carve Stamp Play” - and exhibits in New York City and throughout Massachusetts. She is a graduate of Brown University.

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