APRIL 2024
FOR B.HILL ARTISTRY INC.
ON THE CARIBBEAN COAST OF COSTA RICA
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E X P L O R E B . H I L L A R T I S T R Y
Briana L. Hill, M. Ed.
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Artist Statement
My paintings are inspired by the on going struggle that women endure, dealing with body image. Often trying to fit society’s acceptances of having a “perfect body” has forced women into major insecurities and emotional downfalls. With these acknowledgments, I take nude photos of women and paint portraits from these photos. The models for this series are all shapes, sizes and hues. The first thing I pay attention to is their immediate reaction to the painting when it is complete. Although the majority of the reactions are negative such as," oh my God I need to lose this stomach" or "I need to start going to the gym more often", I strive for these women to see the art and beauty of their bodies through these paintings, despite their "personal imperfections".
Used mediums are watercolor and acrylic paints on paper and canvas. The vibrate colors of the paint combined with feather like brush strokes, brings the figures to life. The recent works created are on four-foot canvases, in which I aim to enlarge the details of the flesh; identifying more color varieties found in the human flesh. While it is the perspective of the man that has labeled how "a female's body SHOULD look", but it is the perspective of the female who understands the reality.
My paintings are inspired by the on going struggle that women endure, dealing with body image. Often trying to fit society’s acceptances of having a “perfect body” has forced women into major insecurities and emotional downfalls. With these acknowledgments, I take nude photos of women and paint portraits from these photos. The models for this series are all shapes, sizes and hues. The first thing I pay attention to is their immediate reaction to the painting when it is complete. Although the majority of the reactions are negative such as," oh my God I need to lose this stomach" or "I need to start going to the gym more often", I strive for these women to see the art and beauty of their bodies through these paintings, despite their "personal imperfections".
Used mediums are watercolor and acrylic paints on paper and canvas. The vibrate colors of the paint combined with feather like brush strokes, brings the figures to life. The recent works created are on four-foot canvases, in which I aim to enlarge the details of the flesh; identifying more color varieties found in the human flesh. While it is the perspective of the man that has labeled how "a female's body SHOULD look", but it is the perspective of the female who understands the reality.
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PAINT.DRINK.DRAW™ COSTA RICA
Public, Private, or virtual Art courses for youth and adults.
B. Hill Artistry Inc. “Paint. Drink. Draw.”, instructs private and public fine art gatherings through professional artmaking, in the comfort of your home or wherever you and your family/friends wish to creatively express yourself. This experience will not only allow youth and adults to express themselves artistically, but develop creative and professional artistic skills through social interaction. Artist B. Hill, M. Ed will ensure participants are having fun, whilst learning high quality art techniques, using quality art materials
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EXPLORE B. HILL ARTISTRY INC.'S PAINT.DRINK.DRAW™ IN COSTA RICA
Video recap for Paint.Drink.Draw
Retreats/Event collaborations in
Costa Rica
Retreats/Event collaborations in
Costa Rica
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HEDONISM TRAVEL RETREAT FEBRUARY 2023 |
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B.HILL'S INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITIONS
Solo, collaborative and Pop-ups
B. Hill Artistry 2022
Video Art by Brian Wimer.
Sounds of Ancestry by Bajra.
Sounds of Ancestry by Bajra.
Costa Rica 2021June 2021
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Ghana 2019-2020 TourDecember 2019-January 2020
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Afrochella Visual Artist vending
December 2019
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Afrochella 2020 Promotional feature:
"The Rebirth: A Solo Exhibition and Gala"
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Briana L. Hill, M. Ed. successfully held her second New York solo art exhibition in June 2019 entitled
"The Rebirth: A Solo exhibition and Gala". This solo exhibition was also a fundraising exhibition for
Mission Four: Project Ghana of 'Art Education with B. Hill'.
(See "Art Education with B. Hill-International Teaching" tab for more information)
Recap short film and photos of the opening reception are published below!
"The Rebirth: A Solo exhibition and Gala". This solo exhibition was also a fundraising exhibition for
Mission Four: Project Ghana of 'Art Education with B. Hill'.
(See "Art Education with B. Hill-International Teaching" tab for more information)
Recap short film and photos of the opening reception are published below!
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Photos and Film shot/edited by: Ejoma of @outofsion
Explore a few Photos from past Art Exhibitions
Explore National and International
Live Painting Performances
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Artist BHill Collaborated with 'Good Vibes Creative Minds'
Live painting performance at the 2016 AfroPunk Music Festival. Brooklyn, NY |
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