David Juaire is our gallery's Vermont Life photographer. For the past 28 years, David has published in Vermont's leading scenic magazine. This past year he had nine pictures published by Vermont Life; in 2010 he had five, and several have been centerfolds. At the reception on February 5th, he will have a photo album of over two dozen photos he has had in their various calendars over the years. He has also had nearly 80 photos in Coop Fire Insurance calendars.
"I have lived in Northern Vermont for nearly all of my life and find it an incredibly beautiful place to live. As a farmer and mother of young children, I cherish the time I find to paint, but everyday I am appreciating all that surrounds me. I spend a lot of time caring for animals, watching them is part of my job, so I find them great subjects for painting and drawing. I love the potential of watercolor. In my work, I try to let the paint maintain its vibrancy and life as I work to portray the beauty of Vermont...And while I enjoy painting...I DETEST writing my artist statement and marketing myself in any way!"
"This month my inspiration for my new designs are men's suits. I have made a collection of bags from 'preloved' wool suits. Using pockets, lapels and cuffs, unique one-of-a-kind bags have emerged! I am also featuring my new line of handmade clay buttons such as the winterberry collection and the pressed leaf design. I am looing forward to sharing my new work with you."
