About The Artist

Artist Bio Charlene Dunovant Avery is a native Virginian who grew up in Montclair, NJ, Charlene obtained her bachelor’s degree at Tyler School of Art Temple University Philadelphia. Studying with painter Stan Whitney and Print maker John Dowel in Philadelphia. She than spent her junior year abroad. Studying art at Tyler School of Art Rome developing her painting skills along with extensive art history classes of the classics. From Roman history, the Catholic Church and Baroque art, to the Romantics, and Realists. Along with learning Italian and seeing Italy on art history tours. She exhibited in Rome and Philadelphia, along with NY and NJ. 1} “Afternoon Nap” Oil on canvas 48”x60” is inspired by the lush environment of the yard, a mix of color shadow in the dappled light of the canopy. The model’s garment is almost florescent with the fuchsia and blue of the background jumping off the page. The shadowed enclosure gives a feeling of rest and relaxation, with just a touch of leaves breaking the silence. 2} “Just another Monday morning” Oil on canvas 40”x30” When the artist saw the model preparing for the day, she took on the point of view of the mirror. With a direct gaze the model engages the viewer. The colors are warm but neutral with gray balancing the bright colors. Energizing for the day.