North Carolina-based, landscape painter Paula Holtzclaw, has published a new book! Her paintings capture the beauty and drama of nature through vibrant colors and lowcountry scenes. Influenced by memories of growing up along the Carolina coast and a love for the old masters’ works, Holtzclaw infuses classical realism approaches with impressionism to produce a unique contemporary twist. She is a member of numerous art societies including American Women Artists, Oil Painters of America, and the Salmagundi Club to name a few. Among countless awards for her work and other accomplishments, she has created a wonderful book filled with 144 pages of high-resolution select works that span the breadth of her painting titled “Southern Exposure”.
Published in 2023, “Southern Exposure” holds a collection of Holtzclaw’s career favorites and newest works including paintings available at Principle Gallery right now such as “Early Spring”, “Coastal Oaks”, “In Silence”, “Mood Indigo”, “Out of an Orange Colored Sky” and more! In addition to receiving a portable collection of Holtzclaw’s works, readers also get to know the person behind the art. Paula intersperses the book with insight into various works, artistic influences that span disciplines, and behind-the-scenes images of plein air painting, studio work, and teaching.
The content of “Southern Exposure” is not only the perfect way to explore Paula’s passion for painting but it could help inspire a creative spirit. Readers learn how she catches a fleeting moment and molds it into fine art. Driving her scenic painting style is a palpable sense of home. It is endearing to know the context for each painting and gives new meaning to the scenes. Paula Holtzclaw is an exquisite example of how art can evoke emotion and be therapeutic both for the creator and the collector.
With her polished style and fruitful career as a full-time artist, Holtzclaw’s signature expression remains a constant throughout her work. This quality has earned her numerous honors and awards making her brand-new book an instantly timeless chronicle of the life and works of an established painter. Bound with a sturdy hardcover and decorated with a protective sleeve this book is made to last.
If you would like to buy the book for yourself or gift it to someone you know will love it we have “Southern Exposure” available in the gallery! If you can’t make it to the gallery, we can also take an order by phone, text, or email and books can be delivered anywhere in the USA.
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