Check Out Allison Bremmer’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Allison Bremmer.

Hi Allison, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I’ve always been interested in the arts. When I get the question of how long I’ve been an artist – it’s hard given that most of us were taught art as toddlers, I’ve just never stopped.

I grew up in Northern Colorado and went to Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado. I received my Bachelor’s in both Fine Arts (painting, printmaking) and Interior Design. I moved to Colorado Springs in 2019 and have fallen in love with the community and scenic setting.

Most of my career until recently has been focused on Interior Design. I’ve worked for high-end design firms, government agencies, cabinet and furniture retailers, a bit of every sector. Although I enjoyed the work, the constant nature of the construction industry didn’t allow my light to shine on my true spirit – creating art. About two months ago I left my showroom manager position to pursue art full time.

I am looking forward to connecting with my community more, showcasing and sharing my artwork. In addition to having local breweries and restaurants showcase my work, my summer calendar is filling up with markets. I have been sharing more of my process and story on social media and have set up an online shop for those who can’t make the markets. A major short-term goal is to have or be part of a gallery show – to have the opportunity to share a collection with a meaningful theme and reach a new audience.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
The road always has some potholes that come out of nowhere.

It’s a struggle to know what will speak to my ideal customers – to find what clicks with a buyer while not losing my authenticity. I want everyone to like my work – but I know that’s just not possible!

Financial obstacles always pop-up, with the uncertainty of which areas to invest. I seem to have the constant struggle of wanting to switch up my mediums and buying more (and more) art supplies than necessary. I want to create all the things.

And of course, there’s been personal struggles with family estrangement and falling out of friendships. It’s been a tough few years for everyone. I’m so thankful to be able to express and speak through my artwork, to be able to share with those who may have similar struggles – to share hope, beauty, and awe.

Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Painting is my passion. Although I used oil paints in college, my clumsiness caused more of a mess than they’re worth. I now work in watercolors and acrylic. I like to work large or small on any medium – paper, canvas, wood. I’ve recently taken an interest in painting small functional items such as jewelry trays. I’ve been experimenting with creating small bowls out of clay, too – although I consider ceramics more of a hobby. I am re-exploring some printmaking methods such as stamp carving. As you can tell my focus can shift, but my home base will always be painting.

My artwork tends to shift in subject matter as I find my ground in the art community. Abstract expressionism has a strong influence. Playing with color, form, and the fluidity of watercolors and acrylics allows me to enter a meditative state of processing my emotions and environment. I bring this abstract influence into my exploration of figurative and nature-themed subject matters. I enjoy giving viewers the impression of the subject matter, only highlighting key areas at times. The true thread that ties all my work together are the dynamic color palettes I use, making sure it’s not just the forms that are telling the story.

I have a passion for art which allows me to create, create, create. I used to sting with jealousy looking at other artists thinking I could do what they were doing – or better. But the truth was, I wasn’t doing anything, and they were. What often sets us apart from one another is the simple act of following through. I now know nothing will manifest without the act of just doing the work. This work ethic sets me apart and allows me to thrive.

Can you talk to us about how you think about risk?
Quitting my job to work full-time as an artist is a definite risk. However, I am so glad to be stressing over selling artwork instead of a client’s home construction every minute of every day.

Fear and risks are tools I find useful to achieving goals. Change won’t happen until something changes, and change is often a risk. Even if the risk you took “fails”, there is no doubt you will have grown and learned something useful for the next risk you take.

To dive even deeper, our lives are one big risk. We don’t know what will happen today or tomorrow or when we’re all gone. I’d rather take some risks now than live a complacent life with no exploration or expression. That’s one risk I’m not willing to take.

Contact Info:

• Email: allison.artistry.info@gmail.com
• Website: allison-artistry.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allison_artistry/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allison.artistry.co