Linda Anne Hartman

Dear Dharma Trading... I have really enjoyed using your Pinata Colors on my repousséd aluminum and copper pieces, and hopefully you are getting many orders from people with whom I have shared this process!

Inspiration for my art is deep-rooted and ongoing. It began as a small child taking nature walks with my gramma. I gleaned from her Cherokee Indian heritage, with the art of beholding the peaceful beauty and harmony in my surroundings. Now, as I gather materials to create a work of art, I re-experience subliminally gramma's teachings, appreciating those special moments when one stands back from the chaos of our mass media-infused world. I am a visual storyteller - an interpreter - communicating with the viewer of my eclectic works of art a small anecdote unique to my life's experiences. And whenever possible, it is my great joy to share how I make my art and guide others on this marvelous journey.

My art background began as a commercial artist working predominantly as a graphic illustrator in the early 70s. I received my art education from Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Kansas. However, I'd say that 90% of the art I explore today comes from the school of what-if! I've experienced many wonderful and challenging jobs that have helped and influenced the kinds of art I continue to create and explore.

10 years advertising agency art including my own freelance agency
5 years as a general contractor for my own homebuilding company
20 years creating lines for and running my own gift manufacturing company
5 glorious years learning ceramic art, metal art and mixed media

My home base in Wilmington, NC has presented numerous opportunities for showing and selling my creations as I continue to emerge as an artist.