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| Kelly traveled to the Galapagos in late September of 2009 to spend 40 days studying, sketching and photographing the unique animals and plants of the Islands. Her objective was to bridge the gap between science and art through a purposeful expedition of field studies, photographs, and interviews with experts of the region.
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 Kelly Dodge
AFC.,SAA., PSA.,PSC.
Nature and Wildlife Art |
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Kelly had her first exhibition as a professional artist in 2001. The event marked the beginning of a fast rising career that has garnered both national and international recognition. She is a signature member of the Artists for Conservation (AFC), the Pastel Society of America, and the Society of Animal Artists, N.Y. In 2004 she was deemed an ‘Artist of Note’ by Wildlife Art magazine. In 2009 she received the prestigious AFC Flag Expedition Fellowship enabling her to travel to the Galapagos Islands for the purposes of artistic field research. She has also been awarded the AFC Medal of Excellence twice, once in 2010 and again in 2011. This award is given annually in recognition of extraordinary artwork.
Primarily painting in pastel, Kelly’s use of this medium is noteworthy, not only in the sense of achieving a personal style, but also from the perspective of a technique that pushes the material to a fullness more often associated with paint mediums such as oil. The directness of her approach is decisive, and demonstrates a confidence that only comes with mastering one’s medium coupled with an intimate knowledge of the chosen subject matter. Both attributes are testimony to a commitment to quality and authenticity that Kelly arrives at as a direct extension of her innate personality.
Kelly’s completed originals are painted in her private studio using reference gathered from travels to Kenya and India as well as repeated trips to the Galapagos Islands. Kelly’s art is tied deeply to communing with other species and in the countryside of her home in rural Ontario, Canada, Creation’s inspiration beckons daily.
Kelly’s work is shipped globally to private collections in Australia, Ecuador, Europe the U.S. and Canada. She exhibits in prestigious galleries and museums in Galapagos, Ecuador, USA and Canada.
"I regard my inspirations and talent as gifts from God and my art as a way of celebrating and sharing the beauty of Creation with others."
~ Kelly Dodge ~
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Support for Conservation:
We all must look for ways in which we can be good and responsible stewards of creation. Contributing to the preservation of the natural world can take many forms.
Creation is about relationship. The beauty of the kingdom of nature can speak to our very souls if we let it. My art is continually challenged, exercised and improved as I contemplate creation. For me art is not about imitating nature, rather it is about going beyond accurately recording details in order to inspire others to see and behold creation. The natural world is waiting for us with rich reward and joy as we observe, understand and care for it. All we have to do is take that first step toward a deeper relationship. One easy yet rewarding way to relate to nature is by putting up a bird feeder. This is a great step towards sharing the world with our wild neighbours. When we develop awareness and get to know something, when we develop kinship, then and only then do we begin to really care about what happens. This is where true change begins. This is the heart and soul of conservation!
~ Kelly Dodge ~
Kelly donates original artwork, reproductions, money and time to various conservation and community organizations. Kelly is a long-time member and supporter of AFC, providing educational workshops to both youth and adults as well as special lectures at the Annual Artists for Conservation Festival.
Special Achievements:
- 2011 - Artists for Conservation
http://www.kellydodgeart.com/galapagos1-02.html
This award is given annually in recognition of extraordinary artwork. Dodge's pastel painting, "Mischief Maker" was singled out for special recognition for the prestigious 2011 Art of Conservation Exhibition.
- 2010 - Artists for Conservation
http://www.kellydodgeart.com/galapagos1-10.html
Each year the Artists for Conservation Foundation awards six AFC "Medals of Excellence" to artists for their artworks in the Annual Art of Conservation, an international exhibit of nature in art. Dodge's pastel painting, "Where's Waldo?" was singled out for special recognition from among over 400 art submissions for the prestigious 2010 AFC Virtual Exhibition.
- 2010 - Artist for AFC 2011 Environmental Calendar
http://www.kellydodgeart.com/news/news-2010-afccalendar.html
Kelly's image, "Where's Waldo" depicting Galapagos Marine Iguanas was selected for inclusion in this unique calendar. Highlighting key environmental dates and elevating awareness of critical environmental concerns it is both beautiful and informative. $1 from the sale of each calendar will benefit the Wildlife Conservation Society.
- 2009 - Artists for Conservation Flag Expedition #10
http://www.kellydodgeart.com/news/news-2009-jul-afcfellowship.html
Artists for Conservation Flag Expedition #10 - GALAPAGOS - 40 days and 40 nights - An Artists Sojourn
July 29, 2009 - Kelly Dodge wins Artists for Conservation Foundation’s Flag Expedition Fellowship to support wildlife conservation and environmental education with her art.
- 2009 - Civic Award for Leadership in Arts and Culture
http://www.kellydodgeart.com/news/news-2009-may-civicaward.html
County of Peterborough Civic Award of Recognition. Dodge was the 2009 recipient for Leadership in Arts and Culture.
- 2008 - 2008 Artists for Conservation - Conservation Award
Awarded for outstanding artistic talent and extraordinary contribution to the conservation cause.
Publications:
- Communion (2012)
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- Feature 'Artist to Collect' article on Kelly written by internationally recognized artist, Michael Dumas.
Author: Michael Dumas
Published by: Arabella Magazine
- Wildscape Magazine U.K (2010)
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Feature Artist - This engaging and informative article, written by Dodge, shares some of her experiences while on her Artists for Conservation Flag Expedition - Galapagos - Forty Days and Forty Nights -An Artists Sojourn.
Author: Kelly Dodge
Published by: Darwin Publishing
- Algonquin Art Centre (2010)
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- Kelly was honoured with a second request from the AAC to be a contributing writer for their gallery program 2010. With a dedicated focus on wilderness and wildlife art, the AAC is the leading wilderness and wildlife galley in Canada.
Published by: Algonquin Art Centre
- Creaturesall Magazine (2009)
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Cover painting and contributing author - Watch for this upcoming issue of Creaturesall featuring the artwork of Kelly Dodge. Zippity Doo Dah, original pastel, will grace the cover as well as her accompanying article describing a touching account of a bluebird in need.
Author: Kelly Dodge
Published by: Creaturesall Magazine
- Wildscape Magazine (2009)
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Feature artist with contributing article - - watch for this exciting upcoming issue in March 2009 in the U.K's leading wildlife art magazine. Kelly will share some of the touching stories and relationships she has experienced with the wildlings that inspire her art.
Author: Kelly Dodge
Published by: Darwin Publishing
- Atlas of the Breeding Birds of Ontario 2001 - 2005 (2008)
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photograph donations - The province's most authoritative and up-to-date resource on birds and bird distribution. With over 400 colour photographs, the atlas provides detailed information on the distribution and population status on Ontario birds.
Author: Michael D. Cadman, Donald A. Sutherland, Gregor G. Beck, Denis Lepage, Andrew R. Courturier
Published by: Bird Studies Canada, Environment Canada, Ontario Field Ornithologists, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Ontario Nature
- Algonquin Art Centre (2008)
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Kelly was honoured with a request by the Algonquin Art Centre to be a contributing writer for their Gallery Program 2008. - With a dedicated focus on wilderness and wildlife art, the AAC is a world-class art gallery in one of the nation's most incredible provincial parks. In addition to Kelly other contributing authors/artists were Chris Bacon, Pierre Leduc, Robert Bateman, Tony Bianco, Claudio D'Angelo, Dwayne Harty and Glen Loates.
Published by: The Framing Place and Gallery
- Wildlife Art Magazine (2007)
- Whats New Limited Editions, Jan/Feb. 2007 issue.
- My Painting is Done, Now what do I do? (2007)
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quotes - Simple business solutions for artists.
Author: Suzie Seerey-Lester
Published by: Mermaid Press
- Pastel Artists of Ontario (2006)
- 15th Anniversary Commemorative Calendar
- Wildlife Art Magazine (2005)
- What's New Limited Editions, Nov/Dec. 2005 issue.
- The Printing House (2005)
- 2005 Greeting Card Campaign for Childhood Cancer Foundation, Candlelighters Canada and The Eating Disorder Program at Sick Kids Hospital.
- Wildlife Art Magazine (2004)
- EDITORIAL - Artists of Note Nov/Dec. issue
- Wildlife Art Magazine (2003)
What's New Originals - July/Aug. 2003 and
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- Wildlife Art Magazine (2002)
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- Wildlife Art Magazine (2004)
What's New Originals and What's New Limited Editions July/Aug. 2004 and Sept/Oct. 2004 -
- Atlas des oiseaux nicheurs de l' Ontario (2001 - 2005)
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- The French version.
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