SHELLY LAWLER
630. 768. 9638
In the spring of 2005 I was handed a used Nikon N-90 film camera along with a 200mm lens. I was given a brief overview of how the camera worked and then, was left to discover what I would discover. The obsession took root. I was fascinated to capture, create and participate in images of nature.
My subject matter; Peace of Mind… I find it in the garden.
As you stroll through my exhibit you will see some staged garden scenes –
my garden is my studio – and you will see some images that I could never set up. In both cases, I am waiting; for light and life. To see what the garden will conjure.
Inviting you to dream, catch your breath, rest.
Wherever I travel, I am always in search of Peace of Mind; therefore you will see an occasional image from a walk on the beach, from beautiful Tuscany and other distant places.
Today I still shoot film, as well as digital images. I have a digital darkroom and do my own printing. Each piece is made by my hand; from conception to capture, processing and development to print. After I print, paint on a surface sealant. I then stretch the canvas over bars and paint the edges. All materials used are archival, creating a museum quality print.
Currently, I exhibit in fine art shows throughout the country, and perform my multimedia presentation; “In the Garden; Bringing the Outside In,” to various groups and organizations.
Shelly has always been drawn to the world of art… She is a gifted vocalist, and has found considerable success on television, as a voice-over artist and published writer.
As an accomplished singer, Shelly has been a featured headliner in a variety of venues, including nightclubs, cruise ships and corporate conventions from Chicago to Las Vegas, to cities in the Far East. As a seasoned and versatile on-camera and voice-over artist, Shelly's on-air work includes hosting numerous television shows, telethons and the Emmy award-winning “Underage Smoking” documentary as well as corporate videos.
Writing magazine articles is also part of her repertoire, with pieces appearing in such publications as PBS's “City Talk” and “Woman's World. In the corporate sector, Shelly has gained considerable attention for her effectiveness as a Presentation Specialist, Trainer and Executive Coach.
