MANDY MARTIN
Painter, Nature Lover, Beauty Hunter
Nature is the main muse of my acrylic paintings, which feature bold botanicals and bright color palettes. I practice intuitive painting, and my work explores layers of texture, rhythm and movement as I interpret it in nature. It is my hope that my work will inspire viewers to look more carefully at the world around them, to discover beauty in unexpected places, and to take care of the earth.
I first started painting in the year 2000 while taking a few art classes in college. Then I took a break to pursue a business career and start a family. Since 2018, I'm thrilled to be back in the painting groove again. I have shown in a solo exhibition at gallery840 in Allentown, PA, and have been part of a juried exhibition at the Banana Factory in Bethlehem, PA. My paintings have won awards at regional art festivals in 2018 and 2019.
My striking acrylic paintings are available online as well as at select shows and exhibitions in Southeastern Pennsylvania, where many of my collectors reside. Commissions and interior designer collaborations welcome. Subscribe below to be the first to know about news and events.
SELECT SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS
EARTH LAUGHS IN FLOWERS
Jan 5 - Feb 16, 2019
Solo exhibition at Gallery 840 in Allentown, Pennsylvania
THE ART OF STORYTELLING
Jun 15 - Jul 28, 2019
Juried exhibition at the Banana Factory Arts Center in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL
Jan 16 - Mar 28, 2020
Group exhibition at Gallery 840 in Allentown, Pennsylvania
NEW HOPE ARTS SHOWCASE EXHIBITION
Jan 25 - Feb 16, 2020
Juried exhibition at the New Hope Arts Center in New Hope, Pennsylvania
GALLERIES
GALLERY 840
In-House Artist at Gallery 840 in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Since June 2019
ART ON THE HILL
In-House Artist at Art on the Hill in Souderton, Pennsylvania
Since May 2019
AWARDS AND HONORS
SAUCON CREEK ARTS FESTIVAL
June 1, 2019
First Place Cash Award for Awake, 36in x 36in acrylic on canvas
CARBON COUNTY ART LEAGUE
April 14, 2019
Second Place Cash Award in the Category of Painting (Oil, Acrylic) for Waiting for You, 30in x 30in acrylic on canvas
PENNRIDGE GALLERY OF THE ARTS
September 16, 2018
Third Place Cash Award in the Category of Painting (Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Pastel) for Poppies in Summer, 36in x 36in acrylic on canvas
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
2019 - Present
MEMBER, NEW HOPE ART LEAGUE
The New Hope Art League inspires, encourages and empowers artists. The league exists to promote interest in the fine arts within the greater community and awards an art scholarship each spring to a deserving high school graduate who is pursuing a fine art major in college.
2019 - Present
MEMBER, BANANA FACTORY ARTIST COLLECTIVE
The Banana Factory Artist Collective is designed to celebrate and support the creative community by providing networking, professional development and career opportunities for visual artists.
2019 - Present
MEMBER, LEHIGH ART ALLIANCE
The Lehigh Art Alliance supports local artists with exhibition opportunities as well as to offer exposure through their website.