MEET THE ARTIST Amy Dunn

From the Carolina mountains and the suburbs of Philadelphia to the heartland of Indiana and the historic coast of Florida, Amy’s journey through the world of art has been long and winding. The soil and sand of these places has fed and nurtured her talent.

Growing up in the midwestern cultural oasis of 1990’s Bloomington, Amy was surrounded by art. Her favorite stores on Kirkwood were Artsy Fartsy, White Rabbit, and Dharma. The smells of Nag Champa and Sandlewood still bring her back to choker necklaces and chain wallets. As a child, her creativity flourished. Often people would remark to her parents that her eye was bright, speaking mostly to the perspective drawings she was making at age 4. After graduating high school, she pursued academics, graduated with a degree in Architectural Drafting, and began working in the field.

A move to Florida in 2011 rekindled her forgotten dream of becoming an artist. She began painting again, first experimenting with acrylics and watercolors before moving on to ink. Her work evolved to encompass new techniques, using gravity to manipulate the ink, creating natural shapes that appear throughout her work. These techniques she has never seen duplicated and thus, categorize them as her signature style.

As her unique style evolved, she began working commercially, showing in galleries, and creating original pieces for musicians including album art, flyers, and posters. Her pieces are instantly recognizable and on display in venues, private collections, and public spaces. Working with others is always the most enjoyable for her, as the relationship between an artist and collector often brings long lasting bonds in friendship and co work.