Lori and Dandy

Artist's Statement

I am inspired by the look and feel of animals and by the gifts they bring to our lives. What I try to capture on paper and or canvas is less the photo or sketch of the animal as it is the personality that I discover through observing my subjects and hearing stories about them from their humans.

Drawing with a pencil gives me the sensation of actually touching each hair and fills me with a sense of connection. Painting is more luxurious and rich, providing me with the opportunity to make colors glow and show the full splendor of a living animal.

My art is less about the photo or sketch and more about keeping the personality of my subject in my heart as I work.

My goal is for the viewer to connect with the animal and its soul, hence Soulful Studios.

Artist's Biography

At an early age, Lori Levin was destined to be an artist. After winning an award in a local art contest at the young age of 9, she started serious art instruction. As a 13 year old, she was invited to attend college preparatory classes at Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Little did she know that was where she would later receive her BFA, with honors, in 1994.

Lori has always had a close bond with animals. She has always surrounded herself with them and currently uses them as the subjects of her art. Strong knowledge of animal anatomy was gained from hands on experience by working at the race track and managing her large equine boarding facility. Graphite and traditional oil paints are her mediums of choice. Her pieces are realistic and exquisitely detailed yet still have an impressionistic flair. Each piece she creates touches her deeply as if the animal was a part of her own family. Truly relating and feeling for subjects is what makes her work so successful.

She was the cover artist for the April 2002 and August 2003 issues of the Equine Marketer and was featured in the July 2001 edition of the Horse News and selected as one of 6 artists for a special canine art exhibition at Sagemore Gallery, Ocean City, NJ, benefiting the Humane Society. The artist is well known for her work and has completed many private commissions. She is currently accepting commissions for horse, small animal and people portraits in oil or graphite.

Lori is also a juried member of EBSQ. EBSQ is an online showcase for self representing artists. EBSQ Plus is a special venue for juried members only.

Resume

Highlights of Qualifications	Commissioned works purchased by both corporate and private collectors. Twenty-five years of oil painting experience working in a classical style in oils and graphite. Works shown in horse publications and represented in galleries. One of 6 artists invited for a special themed “Canine Art” show.

Professional Experience	Created large work for ARA Services placed in their corporate super box at Veterans Stadium in Philadelphia, PA. Completed an extensive amount of private portrait commissions of clients’ beloved pets and equines. Originals and prints represented by galleries and specialty shops. Teacher of drawing and painting in private studio sessions and public schools. Flooring Designer for Mannington Mills Incorporated in New Jersey. Fabric and knitwear designer for Eagle’s Eye in Pennsylvania.

Achievements and Awards	Cover artist for The Equine Marketer for April 2002 and August 2003. Featured artist in the July 2001 issue of the Horse News One of 6 artists invited to show works featuring canine subjects at Sagemore Gallery in Ocean City, NJ. Works accepted into Gloucester County Cultural Society’s annual juried exhibition (2000 and 2001).

Education	B.A., Moore College of Art and Design , 1994, Illustration and Teacher Certification Program Cum Laude & Freshman Scholarship recipient

Enduring memories of your dearest pet from the heart and hand of Lori Levin.

Artist's Statement

Artist's Biography

Resume

Highlights of Qualifications

Professional Experience

Achievements and Awards

Education