Image Description
"Fresh" is an original still life painting of roses tucked in a teacup. It was painted "en plein air" in oil paint by Oregon impressionist Talya Johnson.
Behind the Canvas
A simply, miniature oil painting, a still life of roses tucked in a teacup. It was painted outdoors from life.
During that summer the Painted Ladies (a local group of women artists that I helped organize years ago) were hosting a weekly Friday paint out in the Palmer Museum garden grounds, one of Alaska's beloved attractions.
I feel the Heavens looked down fondly on us that important summer as we spent the long rewarding day setting up our tent, selling our works, featuring local artists, and mentoring the community is its exposure to Plein air painting (painting from life, in open air). We encountered many difficulties that season, both individually and as a group. Yet every Friday, as young and old gathered in the gardens with their paints, pencils and crayons, the sun would miraculously burst upon us. Those blessed enough to have endured Alaskan summers will understand the significance of having the sun come out even once, let alone every Friday. These days became the highlights of my week.
May this impressionist, light-filled oil painting also bring sunshine into your life and home. It enlarges beautifully giving you a deeper appreciation for the textured brush work hidden within the image. ~Tali
Production & Printing
While my family and I handle the design and creation of each artwork, the printing and shipping processes are sometimes managed by professional partners who share my commitment to quality and ethics. I carefully vet all printing partners to ensure they meet my own standards of locality, rigorous environmental and labor standards.
- 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: My chosen printers use eco-friendly materials and practices, including sustainable inks and responsibly sourced wood and canvases. This commitment helps minimize the environmental impact of each print.
- 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀: I collaborate with printing facilities that adhere to fair labor practices, ensuring that every person involved in the process is treated with respect and paid fairly.
By outsourcing to trusted professionals, we can focus on creating unique, high-quality art while ensuring that every step of the production process aligns with ethical standards.
