Short Bio
Amy Brodie Osborne is a Watercolor and Acrylic Artist born and raised in Oregon. She Studied art and Spanish at Portland State University and at University of Guadalajara. Her career has been in marketing, graphic design and reprographics. A strong emphasis on watercolor landscapes is found in Amy’s early works; but having seen many frescos while studying in Mexico, her abstracts may reflect an admiration of the Muralists. Overall, her style and subject matter range from large, complex abstracts evocative of feelings to simple, natural tones in serene organic landscapes. The skills grounded in her watercolor roots can be seen in her acrylic paintings, and Amy has received awards in juried shows while exhibiting paintings in galleries and museums across the Pacific Northwest. Many of her paintings are in private collections internationally. With her art studio in her home, Amy maintains her artistic roots and resides in Washington County, Oregon. She continues to grow through independent studies and workshops. Amy also teaches abstract art and color theory workshops.
Statement
“I work in both acrylic and watercolor. My style and subject matter range from large, complex abstracts evocative of feelings to simple, natural tones in serene landscapes. My paintings reflect my roots in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. I believe art is healing; it should make you feel something; perhaps an emotional transition. I feel that a painting morphs and tells me what it will become; each piece has a sequential process and simply comes alive. It takes me on a journey or recollection, a dream or memory. Often, a painting determines its own completion point, direction or feel. The piece may not be what I envisioned and I’m ok with that if it makes us figure things out. Drawn to nature’s detail and mood, I receive inspiration from personal experiences, the people in my life, God and music. I don’t ask viewers what they see in my paintings, I ask them what they feel. I’m honored to know your thoughts and feelings when you look at one of my pieces."
Biography
Amy Brodie Osborne Biography
Amy Brodie Osborne is a watercolor and acrylic artist born and raised in Oregon. She Studied art and Spanish at Portland State University and at University of Guadalajara. Her career has been in marketing, graphic design and reprographics. A strong emphasis on watercolor landscapes is found in Amy’s early works; but having seen many frescos while studying in Mexico, her abstracts may reflect an admiration of the Muralists. Overall, her style and subject matter range from large, complex abstracts evocative of feelings to simple, natural tones in serene organic landscapes.
The skills grounded in her watercolor roots can be seen in her acrylic paintings, and Amy has received awards in juried shows while exhibiting paintings in galleries and museums across the Pacific Northwest. Many of her paintings are in private collections internationally. With her art studio in her home, Amy maintains her artistic roots and resides in Washington County, Oregon. She continues to grow through independent studies and workshops. Amy also teaches abstract art and color theory workshops.
Resume / CV
Curriculum Vitae - Amy Brodie Osborne
April, 2025 Patton Valley Wines
April, 2025 Elakah Alliance Oregon Otter Beer Fest
December, 2024 Salem On The Edge Gallery
Oct, 2024 Instructor, Fall Painting Workshop - Hillsboro Downtown Partnership
Oct, 2024 The Arts Center 'Art for the Heart' Auction / Gala
Aug, 2024 Live Painting Demo, Smith Historic House Grand Opening
July, 2024 High Desert Museum 'Art in the West' Juried Exhibition
July, 2024 Coos Art Museum 30th Anniv Juried Maritime Art Exhibit
April, 2024 Cannon Beach Gallery "In The Moment" Juried Exhibit
February, 2024 Portland Royal Rosarians Gala
November, 2023 The 97116 Art Show
Oct, 2023 Instructor, Fall Painting Workshop - Hillsboro Downtown Partnership
Oct, 2023 The Arts Center 'Art for the Heart' Auction / Gala
August, 2023 Trails End Art Assoc. 72nd Annual Judged Show
November, 2022 The 97116 Art Show
August, 2021 Trails End Art Assoc. 70th Anniversary (2nd Place Award)
July, 2021 Around Oregon Juried Annual Exhibition, The Arts Center
April, 2021 Pretty Petals Juried Show, Valley Art Association
April, 2021 Aqueous Materials Juried Exhibit - Cannon Beach Gallery
March, 2021 Featured Artist, Tualatin Valley Creates
Fall 2020 18 Paintings at Ford AllState Business Office
Fall, 2020 Paintings at Pruitts Farm Store
November, 2019 The 97116 Art Show
October, 2019 Instructor, Abstract Painting Workshop
March, 2019 Instructor, Show Like a Pro Workshop
August, 2018 Live Art in Action, Kramer Vineyards
July, 2018 Instructor, Abstract Painting Workshop
June, 2018 Fairweather Gallery, Featured Artist "Sense of Place" Show
Sept, 2017 Juried Member Watercolor Society of Oregon
July, 2017 Trails End Art Assoc. Guest Artist (Honorable Mention)
June, 2017 Plum Hill Vineyard, Art in Action Live Paint
May, 2017 Catherine Bede Gallery Artist in Residence
May, 2017 Organizer & Exhibitor - Green Cab "Pop Up Art Show"
Nov, 2016 MiNGO West Featured Artist
Nov, 2016 Pamplin Media News Times Featured Artist
Oct, 2016 Portland Cider House "Apples Art Show"
Sept, 2016 "Affordable Art for Everyone" Exhibitor
July, 2016 Solo Exhibit "Alpha Series" Waltz Brewing
2015 - 2016 Art Curator, RoseSprings Gallery
April, 2016 Sequoia Gallery "Hip2B Square" Group Show
Jan, 2016 Art in the Main Library, Featured Artist
Jan, 2016 "Music in Small Spaces" Art Exhibitor
Jan, 2016 Sherwood Center for the Arts "Artful New Year" Juried exhibitor
Sept, 2015 Waltz Brewery Invitational Art Show - Alpha Series
Oct, 2015 Starbucks After Hours Launch "Welcome Home" solo exhibit
July, 2015 Grand Opening Sherwood Ctr for the Arts "Pacific NW" Juried Exhibit
June, 2015 Beaverton First Friday Artwalk
May, 2015 Art on Broadway, Cafés & Bouquets Juried Show
May, 2015 Village Gallery of Arts "Art Challenge" Guest show
May, 2015 Sequoia Gallery Spring Open Show
March, 2015 Art on Broadway, March to a Different Drum Juried Show
March, 2015 Finalist "Mayor's Award - Picture Hillsboro" Civic Center Exhibit
Feb, 2015 Featured Artist, Beaverton Starbucks
Nov, 2014 Featured Small Busines of the Month, US Bank
June, 2014 RoseSprings Gallery Featured Artist Solo Exhibit
June, 2014 Frame Central, Featured Artist Solo Exhibit
Feb, 2014 Educational Art Exhibit, Featured Artist, Tigard Public Library
2013 & 2014 Fine Art Vendor Booth, Bull Mountain Farmers Market
Dec, 2013 Solo Exhibit and Sale
Nov, 2012 Walters Cultural Art Center, Plein Air Exhibit
1980 Highest Bid Award - Beards Frame Shop Student Exhibit
