It was while we were in Jackson Hole last September that we happened to meet a friendly person who turned out to be art director for the beautiful and prestigious Western Art & Architecture magazine. The following month we got a call from the editors saying they’d like to interview Anne and run a feature. And here it is, in their February/March issue.
This is the spread on pages 60 and 61, in a section they call Illuminations. Click it for a larger view.
The type is too small to see here, but you get the idea. Words and phrases that stand out include abstract language, universal subjects, feelings and ideas, open heart and unfiltered mind. And that’s just in the first paragraph. I’ve long known her work was superb; it’s nice to see it getting recognized by connoisseurs in the field.
Here’s the cover of this particular issue, in select stores or, of course, findable online.
Quoting Anne in the article, “I’m trying to create something visually appealing. I’m interested in writing systems, other languages. Even though we don’t know what they’re saying, the alphabets are beautiful.”
“The marks signify dialogue, the idea of language and how we communicate on a two-dimensional plane. Sometimes I’ll listen to a language I don’t understand and there’s still beauty in it. It’s the same for these marks.”
In the studio, at her press, with work in process all around.
The photo of Anne at her press helps people understand how these pieces are created. They’re called prints, but they’re not reproductions. They’re prints because they’re made on a press. They’re called monotypes (mono meaning one) because each is one-of-a-kind. Just like her.
Continuing Conversation, monotype with collage, 9.5×24. Courtesy of Eileen Thomas, Costa Mesa, California. (Click for larger view.)
“It’s a process,” she says. “Sometimes I might use colored or textured paper, but mostly I use a good white printmaking paper. Then I ink my plate and use various materials to remove ink from the plate, which will develop texture. A print takes anywhere from two to ten runs through the press. Every layer is a problem to be solved.”
“I love linocuts. I use them to create different kinds of texture and then bring in a few focal points for balance. I’m interested in beauty and mystery.”
“And I seem to come back to the circle . . . not perfect circles; I don’t want them to be perfect . . . but I’m not interested in anything square.”
Poetic Parapet, monotype, 21×14. These are the few presented in the article. For many more see www.annesprints.com.
As the article continues, her process is totally intuitive, trusting herself to add and subtract, to place a mark exactly where it needs to be.
“I have a lot of pieces in process at one time, which is very freeing. I’m not dependent on the reward of finishing anything. If something doesn’t work I can print over it. Some of my best pieces are printed over and over again. The work just happens.”
Sustainable Peace, monotype, 16×14.
From the final paragraph: Moore’s prints are widely collected in private homes across the country. She is represented by A Gallery Fine Art in Palm Desert, California; Freed Gallery in Lincoln City, Oregon; Sandstone Gallery Laguna in Laguna Beach, California; and Westervelt Fine Art in Laguna Niguel, California.
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Other Happenings . . .
Public painting and speaking at illumiNations
It’s an interesting coincidence that Anne’s article is in the section the magazine calls “Illuminations.” That’s the name of the event (spelled, illumiNations) that I painted for last year at the Ritz Carlton in Tucson. We’ll be with them again next week, this time at the Montage Resort in Laguna Beach. I’ll be painting and speaking at the same time, between 5:00 and 6:00, Friday, March 27. As it’ll be out on the lawn, bluff walk passers-by could just as well stop and watch. So, there’s an invitation for you.
10:40 am
This is wonderful! So glad to see her artwork is being recognized for the quality that it is.
12:01 pm
Congratulations, Anne! Your work is beautiful and stirring, and you deserve the recognition!
1:20 pm
So beautiful and well deserved! We have our’s framed and love it every day!
Miss you two and need to get back down for a class.
Thanks for sharing this Hyatt!
xo
1:51 pm
A well deserved acclaim to a very interesting artist. And I still think so every time I see the pieces I have.
2:19 pm
Congratulations Anne! Now more people will know how wonderful and talented you are. I’m so glad I was able to learn from the best in your special workshop. I still love everything I created that day. You continue to inspire me! And you’re looking younger and more beautiful by the minute….inside and out!
2:36 pm
I agree….you ARE more beautiful all the time. Such fun to read this and know it is so well deserved. Love the pictures of your real work.
It was great to see pix and read all about the wonderful reunion last weekend from siblings…various descriptions from each one made it more interesting…..somewhat like your work, Anne.
I especially enjoy your description of hearing languages you don’t understand. Now why would a Wycliffe missionary ever develop that kind of fascination??? (^_^)
Hugs
2:46 pm
Anne, your work is amazing and beautiful, as you are!
Dorothy
2:52 pm
Well deserved, Anne!!!!
Love the way Hyatt is so proud of you and your talents.
So are we!!!!
Sara and Frank
3:18 pm
Congratulations, Anne–you are an Artist’s artist (and I’m not talking just about Hyatt!)
God bless you and your creativity, Always,
R
4:06 pm
I am so happy that you have been beautifully recognized. Just as intriguing to me as the shapes and design of these prints are the titles (exquisite!).
4:37 pm
Amazing,so beautiful.you and Hyatt are both great painter.Thanks Hyatt for sharing .
5:29 pm
Yes, beautiful art. You are right up there with the best artists of our time. Glad you got written about in such a prestigious magazine!
5:38 pm
So cool! Congratulations Anne. Your art is beautiful, like you!
8:48 pm
Anne, you and your art are both so lovely! You, too, Hyatt! :)
Thanks for sharing!
Susan
8:52 pm
Anne and Hyatt
Love your work and so glad you are being shown for the wonderful artist you are!
You were both meant and create together !
Blessings always
9:50 pm
Thank you all for your kind comments! I feel warmly hugged:-)
11:40 pm
So highly deserved recognition! Blessed to have 3 of your pieces! They inspire me and my own art daily! You, and your work, are dearly loved by me! Blessings!
12:16 am
Very impressive and unique art work. Congratulations, Anne.
2:04 am
Oh, Anne and Hyatt! This is truly soooooo wonderful!!! Congratulations Anne! You and Hyatt are amazing artists! May God keep blessing you in everyway! Blessings! Lisa
4:46 am
Congratulations and may God continue to bless you both!!!
Kathy
5:07 am
Oh my……….Anne, it’s wonderful to sse this rcognition and to have your artful description of your work. The magazine is IMPRESSIVE and your pieces, simply wonderful. I so admire you and your work. These pieces are extraordinary, lovely, thought-provoking and somehow reminiscent of Bibical themes to me. It seems the antiquity of the textures, the colors and the mysterious element to the compositions in the end are reflective of my times reading Scripture. Hmmmmmmmmm
7:03 am
Congratulations Anne on being recognized for being the artist that you are. I learned even from the bit Hyatt shared from the article. Recognizing beauty even though you don’t understand the meaning. Reminded me of my love for American music when I first immigrated to the U.S. And freedom and discovery od beauty that seem somehow tied to venturing from what’s safe. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.
9:20 am
I’m so happy that you have received this honor. I’ve loved your work ever since we hung it on our wall in Guatemala.
10:58 am
Anne, haven’t been over to paint for a while and I miss you both. I am extremely proud to be acquainted with an artist with your talent and even more so to call a woman of your class my friend.
Well earned recognition !!!!
11:55 am
Congratulations Anne! So well deserved. I have loved your work for years and pray people clamor to buy it. :) Blessings to you.
2:28 pm
It’s so rich looking! Imaginative. I really enjoy it!
5:27 pm
So happy to see your work (and you) featured in this article. Fabulous!
4:16 am
Great work, Anne! Congratulations on the well deserved recognition!
Look forward to seeing you and Hyatt in Florida!
9:02 am
Your art work is wonderful. It is interesting when you describe how you get the textures and the inspiration. Beautiful circles yet ” imperfect” that’s a great quote. I continue to be inspired by the Moores.
1:56 pm
Congratulations Anne! I’m so happy for you! I will try to be one of those passer-by people at Hyatt’s art speech.
Bless you as you bring a smile to everyone’s eyes!
3:55 pm
Congratulations Anne! “Blair’s dream” monotype print still hangs in her bathroom!
8:07 pm
Wonderful work! Both you and Hyatt have done great art, and travel in many places. Great inspirations!
7:08 am
Congrats Anne, I love it!!! You create beauty:) wonderful to be recognized.
8:42 am
Way to go Mom!
Love,
your son
7:13 pm
Congratulations Anne. That is awesome that you are getting recognition for your fine work.
7:31 am
Love your beautiful work Anne!
Congratulations on the recognition in the article!
8:30 am
What a beautiful article representing a beautiful person. I love the explanations of the how and why of each creation so creatively combined. Happy for you Anne in this wonderful display of your work and you!
11:01 am
Love this! Congratulations Anne on a beautiful piece which showcases and increases awareness of your talent and vision! Let me know if you have any extra copies to give out…would love to have one :)
12:08 pm
Love this, and loved getting to read about Anne’s processes. What a wonderful vision Anne has for her art and for life. Blessings to both of you. We miss you!
3:50 am
What a blessing.
1:07 pm
I don’t understand the art, but your comment about your love of beauty and mystery “solves” my problem.
Cheers, Pat M.