Meet Amantha Tsaros | Abstract Painter

We had the good fortune of connecting with Amantha Tsaros and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Amantha, what led you to pursuing a creative path professionally?
I’m not sure I had a choice! Creativity was always a way of life in my family. My mother had a ceramics studio at home and she herself was raised by a traveling magician! Everyone in my family is creative in some way – from drummers to graphic designers.

My mom would encourage me to see the different colors in clouds, pointing out that they are purple or yellow and not just white. Everything was viewed artistically – I didn’t realize that there was another way to live.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I’m an aggressively optimistic artist. Sure, there is darkness in the world but I choose to paint the light.

I am wildly exuberant about making art that will return joy to your soul (and home!) at the end of turbulent times.

I start every painting with a goal of lifting the viewer’s spirits. It is thrilling when a studio visitor gleefully exclaims, “Your work makes me SO happy!”

My proudest moment in my studio practice this year was being commissioned to paint a piece for a Collector who had designed their entire from parlor around my color palette and artwork. I was so honored.

It took quite awhile to get to a stable point as an artist. I began my career as an illustrator – and it turns out that I was not cut out for that career. Transitioning from illustration to fine artist was difficult initially. An illustration should be clear and communicate its message clearly but in fine art, I feel mystery is a requirement and if it is too obvious then it runs the risk of being dull. .

My early illustration work was a cerebral exercise and in my case supported by a fragile and anxious ego. I was trying to be clever all the time. Now I am working more and more on making paintings that focus on more intangible subject matter. The battle with my ego and fear is always there but then I remember that bringing joy is worthwhile even if it through some indecipherable splotches of paint.

I have learned that I need to follow my instincts and make the work that feels most authentic and to not let my fear of failure get in the way. It is also important to seek out other artists to collaborate with for exhibits and projects. My artist friends are hugely helpful in also offering feedback or brainstorming. And don’t forget to be a good and generous friend too ! – My community is key and I want to support it as much as possible.

What I want the world to know about my work:
My bold abstract paintings tell stories of resilience and hope.

With color, paint and bold brush strokes, I want to trample darkness with optimism, joy and love. My paintings are a dare to overtake the forces that repress us and to rise up and dominate with positivity.

I start with a bold and energetic shape that will inform the overall composition of the finished work. Layering colors and shapes over and alongside each other creates an energetic field of forms that work together in wild harmony.

Each painting is a celebration of life – seeking out colors and shapes that express joy, happiness or overcoming hardship. And every color choice is a bold statement, telling the world that I am not neutral: I side with inclusivity, diversity and love.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
If you are coming to visit me then you must be here for the art, baby!

My favorite place in Boston is the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. It is a Venetian style palace in the middle of Boston filled with an eclectic collection of art objects, paintings, textiles, ceramics. It features a dramatic garden courtyard in the center of the home bursting with a dramatic garden that changes with the seasons. Don’t miss the Sargent painting, El Jaleo in the Spanish Cloister Room.

Let’s keep the Spanish theme and move on to Somerville to go to Dali restaurant for Tapas. It is so cozy and the food and staff are wonderful.

We will also have to make sure to visit the DeCordova Sculpture Park in Lincoln. There is a main museum to visit but my favorite part of the museum is the rolling green park dotted with modern sculpture. In warmer season you can stroll the park or sit in the grass to chat or picnic. In the winter bring your snow shoes and go on a snowy artistic adventure.

There is so much art to see but those are my two favorite locations..

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Oh, so many people deserve a shoutout: To my mom for showing me that we should never follow the crowd and should embrace my own voice. To my Tom, for being endlessly supportive and being the best audience – everyone needs a cheerleader! To my art accountability partner, the artist, Janet Taylor, for her wisdom, reality checks and knowing when to give me a nudge to reach higher.

Of course, my wonderful collectors – I am so grateful for your enthusiastic support and love of my painting. It is my greatest pleasure to spread joy through art. I step into my studio every day for you,

Website: https://amanthatsaros.com

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