It is my hope that when you view my painting from across the room you can easily see what the subject is, then, upon closer inspection, you find yourself lost in the brushwork. While I do paint in my studio, I truly enjoy the challenges plein air painting poses. Dealing with the weather, changing light and the other hurdles of outdoor painting has forced me to learn to make decisions quickly, to paint with commitment and above all, to have a plan for each painting.
Collectors Say:
"This was a wonderful treat to receive. I was most impressed and would love to have more. I will treasure this always. Came quick and I would like the chance to have additional pieces from the artist!" - A collector in Reidsville, North Carolina
"My beautiful landscape from Kim arrived yesterday and I am just thrilled with it! I feel like I can step right into the picture! my order arrived promptly and was professionally packaged. The quality of Kim's work is superb. Lots of thumbs up!!!" - Nancy in Texas
Dealers Say:
Plein air work with a lyrical quality and energetic brush work, drawing us in for a long, lingering, introspective visit. - Informed Collector 6/16/2011
(You may not reproduce my artwork in any way without my permission.)
Thursday, June 16, 2011 Issue of Informed Collector - "Plein air work with a lyrical quality and energetic brush work, drawing us in for a long, lingering, introspective visit."
Michael Gormley, RayMarArt Judge for March 2011 - "An honest take on the landscape we might pass by every day. It finds a beauty in the forms of industry and the human presence. Like a visual interpretation of Willa Cather's abstracted description of the plow in My Antonia, the painting show's how man's presence and nature's power push and counterbalance."
My painting "Locally Grown" was a finalist in the June 2011 issue of American Artist Magazine for their annual cover competition.
"It is my hope that when you view my painting from across the room you can easily see what the subject is, then, upon closer inspection, you find yourself lost in the brushwork."
After graduating with a fine arts degree in illustration from the California College of the Arts in Oakland California Kim worked as a graphic designer for 11 years. She left the design field to begin a new venture, motherhood. Needing a creative outlet after her son was born Kim began painting. Today she paints in the studio as well as en plein air (painting outdoors).
She began painting en plein air because it combined her love of being outside and creating art. "I enjoy the challenges plein air painting poses. Dealing with the weather, changing light and the other hurdles of outdoor painting has forced me to learn to make decisions quickly, to paint with commitment and above all, to have a plan for each painting." Kim feels that her plein air work has, in turn, strengthened her studio paintings.
Kim is a Signature member of the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA), an Associate Artist member of the California Art Club (CAC) and an artist member of the Southern California Plein Air Painters Association (SOCALPAPA).
Thursday, June 16, 2011 Issue of Informed Collector - "Plein air work with a lyrical quality and energetic brush work, drawing us in for a long, lingering, introspective visit."
Michael Gormley, RayMarArt Judge for March 2011 - "An honest take on the landscape we might pass by every day. It finds a beauty in the forms of industry and the human presence. Like a visual interpretation of Willa Cather's abstracted description of the plow in My Antonia, the painting show's how man's presence and nature's power push and counterbalance."
Kim Haas, owner Copperwood Artware Gallery - " Kim's vision is unique. She is one of those artists capable of capturing the magic in a square box."
Art Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts, California College of the Arts, 1993
Ken Auster Workshop, November 2008
Greg LaRock Workshop, August 2008
Greg LaRock Workshop in Tuscany, Italy, June 2010
Awards
2010 Paint American Top 100
2011 Juried into the Salon International at Greenhouse Gallery
2011 Finalist for the American Artists Magazine Cover Competition
2011 Raymar Art Finalist, June
2011 Finalist in the Artist's Magazine Landscape/Interior Competition
2011 6" Squared Award at the Randy Higbee Gallery
2012 3rd Place Professional Artist's Award at the Scenes of Tustin Show at Chemers Gallery
2012 3rd Place Award at the LPAPA 8th Annual Best of Plein Air Show
2012 3rd Place Award at the SOCALPAPA Back Bay Show
2012 2nd Place Award at the Holiday Treasures Show - Debra Huse Gallery
2013 3rd Place Award at the LPAPA Less is More Show - Randy Higbee Gallery
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Classes
I teach weekly oil painting classes for beginning to intermediate level students. One class is held in the studio and the other is a plein air (outdoor) oil painting class.
Monday nights (in studio) 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. in Santa Ana
Thursdays (plein air) 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 in Orange County, CA
Please contact Kim for more details at Kimvander77@aol.com
Upcoming Events and Exhibits
Upcoming Workshops
Plein Air Oil Painting Workshop in Orange County(100) Laguna Beach, California 6/15/2013-6/15/2013
Have you ever wanted to paint the landscape directly from life? There is nothing like being outdoors experiencing and observing nature first hand. Learn what so many other painters throughout the years have learned - that painting directly from life will make you a better artist!
This plein air (outdoor) oil painting class is for beginning to intermediate level students. During this class I will demonstrate how I create a landscape painting. Beginning students may follow along with me while more experienced painters can work on their own scenes. I talk about color mixing, composition, focal point, color harmony, paint application, brushwork, selecting a subject and so much more. In class I teach an Impressionist style of painting, working wet into wet paint (if you are looking to learn how to paint photorealistically or to learn the old master's glazing techniques then this is not the class for you). At the end of class we will have a constructive critique of everyone's paintings. Class size is limited so that I can give each student lots of individual attention. Students must have their own field easel and art supplies. Please email me for a the sign-up sheet and art supply list at kimvander77@aol.com
Here is what a few students had to say about one of my recent plein air classes -
"Kim selects great painting locations, and provides detailed directions to get you to the right spot. She works with both experienced and beginning painters and she takes the time to help you improve regardless of your skill level. Kim does a great job of explaining each step as she paints so that you understand what colors she mixed and why you would use those colors to get the desired effect. It was great to get some solid ideas for how to create 3D-space in a painting. I highly recommend her classes!" - Eric Wolff
"I am relatively new to painting with oils. I have taken both of Kim's classes. She limits class size to give enough personal attention to each studen. I find Kim to be very helpful and informative. She appreciates feedback and will do whatever she can to make a subject more understood. She has an easy personal style which is both positive and encouraging. Kim structures her teaching to make oil painting appear rather "simple". Her instructions are clear, concise and to the point. I highly recommend her classes to the beginner and to the more seasoned artist who wants to try the Plein air experience with a group!" - MaryAnne Ardito
"I really enjoyed Kim's class. She worked with each person individually and helped us see how to capture life on a 2-D surface. I particularly appreciated her teaching on perspective and how to mix colors to get the desired result. She gives good feedback and encouragement. I recommend her class for anyone wanting to improve their plein air skills." - Carolyn Hoffman
Below is a photo of Kim's easel and palette set-up.
Kim VanDerHoek(Kimvander77@aol.com)
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