Amy Buchheit

"I am committed that my work connects with the viewer on a deep, healing level.

My intention is for each individual to experience whatever arises for them in the moment, taking away something of value for themselves in the process."

Resume

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Biography

Amy Buchheit graduated with a BFA from Marylhurst University, where she studied under Portland artists Marlene Bauer, Paul Sutinen and Dennis Cunningham.  While in school, she forged into the art world; simultaneously studying, developing a body of work and exhibiting in local, national and international shows.  Since graduating, Amy has continued to explore new artistic possibilities through encaustic workshops with Portland artist Elise Wagner, as well as other workshops on creativity and texture.

Amy's travels have taken her to locals around the world, but she chooses to call Vancouver, Washington home.  Born near Mayville, North Dakota, she moved to Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Spokane, Washington, Brownsville, Pennsylvania; Berlin, Germany; Williston, North Dakota and back to Spokane before her teens.  Later, her own four-year stint in the United States Air Force took her to Texas, Mississippi, Delaware, and Honduras.  She has traveled to many U.S. states, and other countries such as Austria and the Netherlands.  The exposure she had to other cultures has definately had an impact not only on her art, but who she is as a person. 

Whether working in a naturalistic or abstract style, her commitment is to connect with the viewer on a personal level - stirring buried emotions to the surface for further inspection and introspection.  The inspiration for her work comes from direct observations, research of subjects she is passionate about and personal expereiences.  Her focus on color heightens the emotion in many of her paintings, while a more "user friendly" subject matter softens what might otherwise be overwhelming.  There are variations on this theme when approching a subject she feels passionate about.  She is not afraid to "take off the gloves" when it is necessary.

Ms. Buchheit has been accepted into national and international exhbitions and professional organiazations by such distinquished jurors as:  Robert Rosenblum - curator, Solomon Guggenheim Museum, New York City; Thomas W. Lentz- Elizabeth and John Moors Cabot Director, harvard University Art Museums; and Janet Koplos - Senior Editor, Art In America Magazine.  She has been a Signature Member of the International Society of Acrylic Painters since 2002.  Notable exhibitions include the Cambridge Art Association's 10th Annual National Prize Show in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the International Society of Acrylic Painters 10th Annual International Exhibition in San Luis Obispo, California and the Soho20 Chelsea Gallery's 2003 Spring Juried Show in New York City.

To contact Amy, fill out the form on the "Contact" page or email her at amy@amybuchheit.com