Linda Shaffer Mixed Media

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A multi-layered mixed-media abstract art combines paints of various colors with hand-printed papers, monoprints, exotic papers, maps, cancelled stamps, handmade...

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Inspired by the feeling of coming home after traveling, artist Linda Shaffer creates a bold mixed-media abstract that captures the warmth and comfort of seeing ...

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Artist Linda Shaffer used an assortment of papers and original images collected from everyday life to create this multi-layered mixed-media abstract painting....

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"This painting was inspired by birds taking flight,” says artist Linda Shaffer. “I love hummingbirds and live in Las Vegas, Nevada where they flourish. They zip all around my back yard and are beautiful to behold.” Linda captures the essence of the creature into a vibrant multi-layered mixed media. She utilized red, turquoise, and blue with hand-printed paper, original images, and washi papers resulting in a dynamic abstract piece.

About the Artist
Artist Linda Shaffer creates intricately layered abstract collages based on her worldly travels. "My defining art moment was when I was eleven years old and I got to visit Van Briggle Pottery in Colorado Springs," says Linda. "I watched mesmerized as the potter working on the wheel created a beautiful piece of art as if by magic from a lump of brown wet mud. I knew someday I would create those beautiful pieces of magic." After high school, Linda became a registered nurse. On her days off, she made pottery at a local studio. As her nursing career progressed – from labor and delivery to ICU and trauma, and then college nursing – she returned to school for her bachelor’s in business administration. Every elective she chose was an art class, and she built her own clay studio. Eventually, Linda earned her master’s in public health and became a tenured college professor. She was delighted that the job allowed her to take art classes every semester, where she discovered painting and printmaking. Linda retired early from teaching and wanted to learn more about fine jewelry, so she attended the Gemological Institute of America. Since 2011, she has been working full-time as a painter and jeweler. When Linda's not making art, she enjoys golfing with a close circle of friends. She's made two hole-in-ones and plans for more.

Words that describe this painting: abstract, mixed media, collage, hand-printed paper, monoprints, hummingbirds, animal, abstract, animals, mixed media artwork, red

Take Flight...

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Inspired by a cat who climbs her fences, artist Linda Shaffer creates an intricate mixed-media artwork. The feline wanders through her garden, often finding a s...

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This mixed media artwork is inspired by a cat that climbs fences, frolics in the garden, and dozes in the warm sunlight on artist Linda Shaffer's patio furnitur...

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Inspired by the hummingbirds that frequently visit the desert landscape, this multi-layered mixed media abstract captures their movement and energy. Artist Lind...

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Collage, monoprint, washi paper, and original images

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Artist Linda Shaffer creates intricately layered abstract collages based on ...

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This mixed-media painting features a heart shape filled with a collage of words and letters. It symbolizes the courage and love required to give voice to our co...

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Artist Linda Shaffer used an assortment of papers and images collected from everyday life to create this abstract piece. Text, geometric patterns, butterfly m...

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A collage of paints and papers creates a composition filled with textures and symbolism. It reflects relationships and the invisible connections we share. Ins...

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Bright yellow, pink, and purple hues fill a heart. Gold accents add elegance to the piece, while lines, dots, and texts add whimsy. Artist Linda Shaffer expla...

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A mixed media artwork portrays the enduring nature of long-lasting relationships, with hearts in the center evolving alongside the bond. Artist Linda Shaffer ...

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"This multi-layered abstract was inspired by the hummingbirds in the beautiful desert landscape I walk through every day," shares artist Linda Shaffer. "I lov...

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A mixed-media abstract captures a longing for the beauty of spring's arrival. Layers of paper and paint in red, turquoise, and white create a lively, textured s...

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This mixed-media abstract artwork conveys a desire for spring’s arrival. Layers of paper and paint in red, turquoise, and white form a vibrant, textured surfa...

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Artist Linda Shaffer created this vibrant, multi-layered mixed media abstract using black, red, and gray tones. The work incorporates monoprints, washi paper, m...

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This layered mixed-media abstract combines hand-printed and exotic papers, monoprints, travel photos, and materials gathered from everyday life. Red accents con...

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Hand-printed papers, monoprints, and materials gathered from daily life blend in this mixed-media abstract. Bold black shapes and lines contrast with the warmth...

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A multi-layered mixed-media abstract features hand-printed papers, monoprints, exotic papers, travel and original photographs, and papers collected from bits of...

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Artist Linda Shaffer drew inspiration from the joy of traveling, climbing, and discovering new hiking trails to create this mixed-media abstract artwork. The co...

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An explosion of color forms a heart against a yellow-green background, capturing the thrill of love, life, and adventure. The piece radiates even more vividly u...

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An overlapping heart pulses with vibrant pink, purple, and gold hues. Energetic lines and splashes enliven the piece, while polka dots and scribbled text lend...

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Abstract lines and shapes intertwine with a mix of handwritten and printed text. Through words and visual elements, artist Linda Shaffer portrays writing as o...

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A multi-layered mixed media abstract unfolds in teal, black, and red. In creating the piece, artist Linda Shaffer takes inspiration from her love of travel an...

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Splatters and geometric shapes bring variety to squares with different shades of blue. In creating the piece, artist Linda Shaffer takes inspiration from her ...

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Inspired by the sunset, artist Linda Shaffer captures the stunning colors and tranquil essence of the moment in her artwork. She creates a vibrant and multila...

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Artist Linda Shaffer captures the beauty and tranquility of the sunrise in her mixed-media abstract piece. She uses a combination of paints, paper, and graphi...

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Linda Shaffer creates a vibrant multi-layered abstract heart. She paints it a crimson red over a turquoise and purple background. Monoprints with unique marks...

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“This painting was inspired by the desire to come together, visit, share, and feel the comfort of good neighbors at the neighborhood block party,” says ar...

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“This painting was inspired by love and gift-giving," says artist Linda Shaffer. "When we love someone we like to give them pre...

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In this energetic mixed media abstract, artist Linda Shaffer shares the experience of traveling and sometimes the adventure of se...