Today we’d like to introduce you to Natasha Meyer.
Hi Natasha, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
For as long as I can remember, I have been surrounded by art. Everyone on my mom’s side of the family is creative or artistic in some way, and being surrounded by different creative gifts is still such an influence on me. I began my artistic journey at a young age, taking drawing and painting classes after school and during summer breaks. I took AP Studio art my senior year of high school and began discovering my artistic style and voice. Going into college, major in business marketing instead of art. This was a hard decision because I was always the kid that said, “when I grow up, I want to be an artist,” and I thought I had to finally put that dream to the side to focus on an “adult career.” During my college years, I stopped painting and pursuing my love for art. I got caught up with my studies and my part-time jobs. But when Covid hit, and my busy schedule was suddenly empty, I began using that free time to fill pages in my sketchbook and post them on Instagram. In January 2021, a friend of mine reached out to me about a sketch I posted and asked if I could turn it into a painting for her to purchase, and I did. The painting is titled “Golden,” and it was the first painting I ever sold. Since then, I have sold about 17 paintings and got my own art studio in a community with other creatives. Being surrounded by accomplished artists has motivated me to always work for my artistic dreams, as many of them are role models to me.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Smooth is one of the last words I would use to describe my artistic journey. Since I started selling my paintings in 2021, success has quickly found me. I saw a lot of success for a very young professional artist, receiving commissions and sales and even participating in an auction in December 2021. Suddenly, the success stopped, and I faced an artistic block for a few months. I found it impossible to put paint on a canvas. I was discouraged and unmotivated, but I knew my mindset needed to change. In March 2022, I took a three-month trip to Lebanon, where my mom is from. I reflected, spent time alone and with family, especially one of my aunts, the most talented artist I know and my biggest inspiration. After coming home, I feel more refreshed than ever, and I am beyond excited to manifest all my newfound inspiration and clarity. My friends at my art studio have continuously supported me and helped me through this period in my life as well. As frustrating as the most recent artist block was, I knew it was nothing out of the ordinary and learned how important it is for an artist to surround herself with friends people in the artistic community that uplift and support them.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I focus on abstract figurative paintings and am most known for this style. My art is a continuous investigation of the human form and utilizing the elements of art as means of communication with my viewers. I view my art as a visual diary of energetic expression and emotion. I love creating depth through layers, different textures and using color to invoke emotion. I apply acrylic paint with a paintbrush or palette knife to my canvases as means of expression, always seeking to create abstract visualizations of my own life experiences and perspective. But art is subjective, and the viewer must examine the artwork and create their own emotional experience. After returning from my recent trip to Lebanon, I am excited to apply my artistic style and brushwork to the different subject matter and utilize newly learned art techniques. That’s what I love about art, there are so many techniques to learn, and I feel like I can always grow as an artist.
Any big plans?
I plan to take as many art classes as possible. I learned that there are so many different artistic styles and techniques out there, and it would be the best thing for me as an artist to learn and develop my skills as much as possible. Additionally, I plan to expand my comfort zone and explore different subject matter, even changing my art style.
Contact Info:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: http://visualartistnatasha.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natashameyer.art/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tasha.meyer.5
