Aspen Painter Barbra Hirsch and Designer Shoes

If you would like to read a little more about Barbara and her art work, please read all about the artist below. Have a great day from Aspen xoxo Tlin!

ARTIST STATEMENT:
My evolving body of work since the 1960’s has been diverse both in technique and tone. Currently, I enjoy using textural encaustics infused with oils to create depth and repeating motifs that are inspired by nature. Encaustics have allowed me to manipulate the natural world by using diverse materials including wax, rice paper and found objects. I’m inspired by the natural beauty and seasonal patterns in my Aspen home that effortlessly create a compelling narrative of color, imagery and composition that is reflected in my work.

BIO:
In 2012, Barbara was selected as one of the southeast’s best emerging artists in the prestigious Energen Art Show in Birmingham. She was awarded Best in Show in 1971 and 1972 at the Birmingham Museum of Art; and in 1973 after her work premiered to a sold out show, her career in commissioned art began.

As an active member of the local art community in Aspen, Barbara also volunteers her time with the Shining Stars Foundation, an organization devoted to sharing the mountain experience for children with Cancer and other life threatening diseases, as well as the Saving the Roaring Fork Foundation by infusing the arts in community based projects in young people’s lives throughout the valley. She is an avid skier, world traveler and enjoys exploring the beautiful Roaring Fork Valley with her children and grandchildren.