Welcome to Erica Eschmann's Art
Erica finds inspiration for her paintings from the things that are part of the fabric of daily life. Her images are simple subjects; a friend splashing in the surf, a lone tree in the distance, a group of tulip buds, a neighbor’s beloved pet. Both shared and contemplative moments inform her art, and her work reflects an emotional response as she interprets these subjects in a way that champions their spirit and inner beauty.
Her subjects are varied but the unifying element in all her paintings are their organic nature represented by her use of bold color. Her investigation of intense color and line form has produced strong abstracts as well. Her paintings seem to evolve from some inner source of creativity as she adds layers of striking combinations of color to create alchemy between the medium and her inner emotional response to the subject. Her abstracts become vivid shapes and lines; her people, animals, and landscapes, a kaleidoscope of color that draws you into the energy of their being.
Erica’s paintings are always bold and always original. Her voice merges in dialog with the viewer regardless of the subject matter.
About Erica
Erica’s interest in art developed in early childhood where she spent the first seven years of her life in a displaced person’s camp in Germany. After moving to the United States, she was an only child for another seven years, and life, in those formative years, was of a no-nonsense nature.
In a world focused on practical concerns, art became the conduit for Erica’s abundant creative energy. In high school, her artistic talent and guidance counselor led her to an early entry into commercial art and advertising, but her real yearning was for fine art.
Eventually, she made that shift. Erica re-educated herself and within ten years was exhibiting in galleries in the Chicago area, competing with other artists and selling her work.
Today, she resides in the southwest, a region of strong light and rich color that inspires her to paint with the boldness that first led her into the world of fine art, where her passion continues.
Gallery Facts
AnamArt Gallery, Naperville, IL
High Risk Gallery, Chicago, IL
Solo Exhibition
“Erica Eschmanns’ Rock Collection,” Bloomingdale Library, Bloomingdale, IL
Exhibitions
“Urban Edges VI,” Barrington Area Arts Council, Barrington, IL ,
juried by..Lynne Warren, Museum of Contemporary Art Curator Special Projects
“Chicago Open,” Chicago Artist’ Coalition Chicago, IL
“Chicago Cultural Center,” Renaissance Court, Chicago, IL
“Annual Members” Show,” Bloomingdale Museum Bloomingdale, IL,
juried by..Beverly Rautenberg, Museum Curator and Debra Hafeman art Instructor
“Elmhurst Artist’ Guild Spring Members Show,” Elmhurst Museum, Elmhurst, IL,
juried by..James Hartgrink
“St. Charles Art and Music Festival National Juried Show,” St. Charles, IL juried by.. Lynne
Warren, Museum of Contemporary Art Curator Special Projects
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“Bloomingdale Members Show,” Bloomingdale Museum, Bloomingdale, IL
“National Chiropractic College Art Show,” NCC, Lombard, IL juried by..Richard Paulson, Chairperson, Elmhurst College Art Department
“Black and White,” Wings Gallery, College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL
“The Angelic Ones,” Wings Gallery, College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL
“Elmhurst Artist’ Guild Spring Members Show,” Elmhurst Museum, Elmhurst, IL,
juried by..John Pitman Weber
“Red Show,” Elmhurst Museum, Elmhurst, IL
“Fine Art Christmas Show,” Elmhurst Museum, Elmhurst, IL
“Fall Members Show,” Elmhurst College, Elmhurst, IL
“Vicinity 98 Exhibition,” Norris Gallery, St. Charles, IL
“Summer Colors,” DuPage Art League Gallery, Wheaton, IL
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“Notes to the Artists,” Wings Gallery, College of DuPage, Glenn Ellen, IL
“Wednesday Painters,” Wings Gallery, College of DuPage, Glen Ellen, IL
“Spring Members’ Show ‘98,” Elmhurst Museum, Elmhurst, IL
“COD Portraits ‘98,” Wings Gallery, College of DuPage, Glen Ellen, IL
Awards Received
Curator’s Award; Best of Show, “Annual Members’ Show 2000”
Bloomingdale Museum, for painting, “Inception 2000”
juried by.. Beverly Rautenberg, Museum Curator
First Prize, “Annual Members’ Show 2000”
Bloomingdale Museum, for painting, “Luna Influence I” ,
juried by.. Debra Hafeman
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Merit Award, “Annual Members’ Show 2000”
Bloomingdale Museum, for painting, “Lunar Influence II” ,
juried by..Debra Hafeman
Award of Excellence, “Vicinity ’98 Exhibition,” Norris Cultural Central Center and Gallery, for painting, “ENOW” ,
juried by.. Patricia Hernes and Audrey Niffenegger
Publications
“Cultural Club gives Local Artist an Outlet,” Daily Herald, February 17, 2000,
written by.. Mary Ellen Johnson
“A Local Residents Artwork Featured in New Exhibit,“
Woodridge Progress, May 1999 written by..Staff Writer
“Eschmann’s Art Awarded,” Woodridge Progress, November 4, 1998,
written by.. Lee Kesselman
“Music Art at Student Gallery,” Courier, May 29, 1998, written by..Joe Hahn
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Professional Membership
CAC, Chicago Artists’ Coalition, Chicago, IL
SAN, Senior Art Network, Chicago, IL
Bloomingdale Culture Club, Bloomingdale, IL
Elmhurst Artists’ Guild, Elmhurst, IL
Phi Theta Kappa, College of DuPage, Glen Ellen, IL
Education
College of DuPage Glen Ellen, IL
Specialization: Fine Arts
Minneapolis Art Institute Minneapolis, MN
Scholarship: Sculpture
Vocational Technical Institute Minneapolis, MN
Graduated: Commercial Art
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Contact
"My paintings are for sale, so if you're interested please feel free to contact me."
"I also do consignment work."
My email is ericaesch@yahoo.com
My telephone number is: 630-853-9101
Websites I like
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Goddess Is A Verb contains spiritual poetry and images resonating with the Feminine Divine, Source, God, Goddess.
The Spirit Tree is for those on their spiritual path who want to raise their level of awareness, attentiveness and spirituality.
FlashDevelopment24 is a great site for web media.
Nancy's Nest is a creator living her dream in Gilbert, AZ who features Erica on her blog Tuesday, September 22, 2009
