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Irene Ruddock's love of beauty, color,
and light enable her to express herself through oil, pastel,
acrylic or watercolor paintings. 'Her means of creative
expression evoke feelings of peaceful tranquility. Irene says of
her work, "I try to capture an essence of light, happiness, and
serenity in my paintings. The name Irene means peace, so I
attempt to impart my love for the beauty of nature in a peaceful
and serene way."
Ms. Ruddock paints what she loves. Long Island scenes
are a favorite such as the ocean in the Hamptons or the
vineyards of the North Fork. While living in 'Manhattan, she
painted many scenes of Central Park and city cafes. (Paintings
of the southwest are in her collection since she is a frequent
visitor of Santa Fe).
Commissions: Since Ms. Ruddock
delights in capturing a special meaning for the viewer, she is
often commissioned to paint a favorite scene. One commission was
a painting of Frank Melville Memorial Park, which was received
as a gift for sponsors of the park. Another commission of the
0ld Field Club in 1929 was used as an invitation to their
Governor's Ball. Ms. (Ruddock's work can be found in John Mather Memorial Hospital as well as many other private
collections. She is now accepting commissions.
Selected awards: Ms. Ruddock has won
many awards. While a member of the prestigious Salamagundi Club,
she won the John Mills Transparent Watercolor Award for her
painting of the
Taos
Pueblo. The judge from American artist Magazine said,"
Ms. Ruddock was given this award for the transparent treatment
of the shadows and the luminosity of her sky."
Selected Exhibitions and Shows: The
Salamugundi Club, Christopher Gallery, Cow Harbor, Left Bank
Gallery, Canyon Creek Gallery, Guild Hall, Lehtonen-Nimmo
Gallery, Mills Pond House Gallery, Catherine Lorillard Wolfe Art
Show, Long Island Museum, Setauket Neighborhood Art Show, and
the Gallery North Wet Paint Show.
Education: The Art Students League,
New York which includes oil study with David Leffel and Greg
Kreitz Workshops and Private Study: Alvin Zimmerli, Frank Webb,
Lucy Taylor, Christian White, and the nationally renowned
watercolorist Edgar Whitney.
Most of Ms. Ruddock's work is
reproduced on museum quality Giclee prints, which are signed and
numbered.
A new line of greeting
and note cards with accompanying poetry by writer
Cristina M. Norcross are also available.
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