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PeaceDedicated to Randy - Summer 2011Peace has come to meThe weight of its presence A sublime comfortPeace sweet breath on my neckWarms me to my coreKnowing it wants nothing from meSave to bask in the glory of its calmAllows me gentleness and gracePlay in boundless thought is my leisureNo pull from tethers or chainsTo love Peace is without painTo nurture and feed PeaceFills me with insurmountable joy and laughterThe key that was provided to meGrants me perpetual access to Here and ThereWhen I am Here I wander and dreamNo boundaries or realityWhen I am There I am a calm pleasureWashing through the rooms and wallsFilling hearts and souls of those withinPeace is my playmate and my love
SECRET PROJECT

ABOUT

Behind the Canvas

Angela SchulerAngela Schuler is an American painter living on the pristine lakeshores of Lake Michigan. The vastness of the lake and sky as well as the immense natural beauty that surrounds her daily life is the inspiration for her work. Through years of experimentation Angela has developed a rare ability to translate her feelings of wonderment, joy and sometimes frailty into distinctly abstract-yet familiar landscapes. These are places that we know and the places that we long to know. Open places, informed by her Northern Michigan home and desolate places that hint at some long-hidden secret. Angela describes these places with bold, rich colors and highly complex textures. Her desire to progress and evolve as an artist is evidenced by work that is unencumbered by even her own stylistic conventions, but always recognizably her own. Angelas recent collection Secret Project is a collection of vocals and stop motion video. This haunting and beautiful collection epitomizes the spirit that drives this artist. Without choice, her passion forces her to bare her soul and leave herself vulnerable to the world. It is easy to see why Angelas work is collected by people that will often describe their need to own it or how they feel an emotional power. Her passion and excellence have lead to awards such as the Begonia Charitable Foundation Grant, 4 commissions for a new hospital in Denver, several corporate commissions, and numerous private commissions, one so private in fact that she never met the collector just the collectors attorney.Angela has a strong sense of community involvement and often applies her talents as an artist to a segment that may need attention; Angelas recent projects include a collection of large butterfly paintings created to raise awareness of the worlds endangered butterflies and a collection inspired by her work with autistic children. The latter collection was auctioned with the proceeds donated to the Autism Resource Network. Angela says, Each person has a skill or talent that could benefit our community. The challenge is finding the courage to offer your time for the greater good.Seasoned collectors and first-time art buyers alike have recognized Angelas easy manner and her strong passion for painting. I have such a strong need to create something constantly. I have learned to balance a normal life with a creative life. It is a constant battle and I do it for my children. Although, I am not sure why they seem fine with chaos too. says Angela.
CONTACT

CONTACT ME

angela_angelaschuler.com

231.218.7577

121 E Front St Suite 107

Traverse City, MI 49684

HEART

What Breaks Your Heart In The Sweetest Way?

I am gathering quick thoughts, stories or memories from everyone for a project.

It would be fantastic if you would take a quick moment to tell me What Breaks Your Heart In The Sweetest Way? That is to say, what tugs at your heart as you go through your day? What makes you stop and take note or whisper a thought into the universe?

You know like...

Watching a bubble of epoxy float up and following it through the garage in complete wonder

Seeing the moon rise and feeling overwhelmed by it

Witnessing an elderly man struggle and still maintain his grace

If you would like to share what happens in your heart then send me an email angela_angelaschuler.com

take care,

Angela

Angela Schuler

conteporary art

angela_angelaschuler.com
231.218.7577
121 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684

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