Hello, Miners, it is my pleasure to bring you an interview with author Cherie Burbach. So sit back and get to know her along with me.
Welcome, Cherie, thanks for being my guest here on The Diamond Mine of Christian Fiction. I have a feeling this is going to be a fun interview discussing your new book Art and Faith: mixed media art with a faith-based message.
Welcome, Cherie, thanks for being my guest here on The Diamond Mine of Christian Fiction. I have a feeling this is going to be a fun interview discussing your new book Art and Faith: mixed media art with a faith-based message.
Peg: First of all,
exactly what is ‘mixed media art?’
Cherie: Thanks for having me!
Mixed media can mean different things, but for me it is art combined
with different types of paints and ephemera (things like old book pages, music
sheets, or special papers) to create a layered. I use several layers so when
you see one of my paintings there are lots of things to notice about it up
close, as the ephemera helps add detail.
For the paints, I usually start with acrylics and then use oil sticks,
and India inks on top of that. But sometimes I stamp favorite verses or poetry
on the top, or use doilies or even parts of blue jeans in the pictures.
Peg: You state on
your website that this has been a long-time goal of yours. How long did it take
for this dream to come true?
Cherie: I’ve been a painter since I was a kid, starting with crayons
and then using watercolors and oils. For many years I just used acrylics, but a
few years ago I stumbled onto mixed media as a technique and art form and
that’s when I really became excited. This technique allowed me to marry my love
of images and words, so creating art became like a whole new experience for me.
As soon as I start doing mixed media art, I wanted to create an art
book of some sort. That’s why I was so excited to do Art and Faith, which
combined my art with the inspiration for it. In the book I talk about the
verses that inspire me and I often stamp those right on the top of the
painting.
Peg: For a
one-word-fits-all description, would your art be called ‘paintings’ or is that
an oversimplification?
Cherie: Not oversimplification at all! They are definitely paintings.
Peg: Describe a
‘typical’ day when you’re working-whether writing or doing your art. How do you
keep a balance between the two?
Cherie: My writing pays the
majority of the bills right now so my day starts with that. A typical day might
involve me interviewing people for a story I’ve pitched to a magazine or
finishing up a re-write with notes from an editor I’m working with.
I usually spend some time in the afternoon on social media, promoting
my art or articles or just hanging out. Then I’ll work on some article pitches,
and finally I’ll work on other writing projects like nonfiction books or
fiction stories.
At night, I usually relax by painting and creating new art. But every
day is entirely different.
Which is really exciting and fun.
Peg: What five words
best describe you?
Cherie: introverted, creative, faithful, kind, loving (My husband told
me to add the last two!)
Peg: Fun question: If
you were born into the animal kingdom instead of the human race, what would you
be . . . and why?
Cherie: I suppose since I love and relate to dogs so much I would
probably be one of them. A small one with a loud bark, maybe! Those dogs are my
favorites.
About the book:
Title: Art and Faith: Mixed Media
Art With a Faith-Filled Message
Publisher: Bonjour Publishing
Release date: January 2016
Genre: Nonfiction, Art
Purchase link(s): https://www.amazon.com/Art-Faith-mixed-faith-filled-message/dp/0997227400/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1467583555&sr=8-1&keywords=cherie+burbach
Back cover blurb/synopsis:
In Art and Faith, Cherie Burbach shares original mixed-media
paintings that contain a positive, faith-filled message. There are times when a
Bible verse you’ve read many times suddenly becomes clearer to you with a
meaning and message you haven’t realized before. Many of the paintings in Art
and Faith are inspired by a particular verse that stood out for a variety of
reasons. Celebrate your faith with this collection of verses and art that
represent hope and encourage belief.
Peg: Where can folks
find you on the Internet?
Cherie: The best place is my website: http://cherieburbach.com
About Cherie:
Cherie Burbach is a poet,
mixed media artist, and freelance writer specializing in lifestyle and
relationships. She's written for About.com, NBC/Universal, Match.com,
Christianity Today, and more. Her latest book is: Art and Faith: Mixed Media
Art With a Faith-Filled Message. Visit
her website for more info, cherieburbach.com.
Peg Note: Cherie is also the creator and moderator of a blog called Putting on the New where a large number of Christian writers contribute articles on faith, prayer, the Christian walk, The Word, the ups and downs of life in general, every day of the week all month/year long.Do yourself a favor, check it out and be inspired.
Peg: Thanks so much, Cherie,
for spending this time with us. I’ve found it a fascinating peek into something
new and exciting.
God bless you as you work to create something pleasing in His
sight.
6 comments:
Thank you for sharing this information. I love learning about the process of artists.
Thanks for having me on! Blessings!
Melissa, thanks you for dropping in. Did you visit Cherie's website through the link? There are some time-lapse videos of her creativity. :)
Cherie, it was my honor and privilege to share you and your talent with these fabulous miners and readers :)
The cover of your book is beautiful! I can only assume it's your art. Love it. And welcome to the Diamond Mine, Cherie!
Thanks, Peggy!
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