Megan Aroon Duncanson - Artist Statement
I am a self taught contemporary artist, living out my dream of being
able to create beautiful art as a profession
As long as I can remember I have been drawn to art and have always
had a pencil or brush in hand.
I am constantly trying to find my own unique space in a sea of artists. It
is a daunting task, but I think with my new style of art, as seen on the
pages of this website, I have finally found MY place. It's exhilarating
and inspiring to feel as though I'm doing something totally new and
different. A style that I can grow with and explore all matter of subject
and color.
I have endless ideas spinning through my mind, but not enough time
to put them all on paper or canvas; such a shame life is so short, but,
I am trying to make the most of what little time I have to express myself
artistically, and reach out to others with my art. I am a highly prolific
Artist and produce literally hundreds of paintings in a single year. The
more I paint the more prolific I become.
I draw my inspiration from nature and everyday subjects around me.
Living in one of the most remote places on the planet, the Bush of
Alaska, as well as tropical paradise, Hawaii and Florida, has allowed
me to use many different aspects in my art to inspire me. It can be
trees, boats, birds, vibrant sunsets, water, palm trees, cities, martinis;
anything I see around me can be used to it's fullest extent to draw the
viewer into each piece and provide them with an enriching and
pleasurable experience. I strive for my art to have an element of
surprise, and at the same time, effect each person on a personal level
with elements that they can relate to from their own life-experiences.
The closest style I feel my art fits into is a mix of Contemporary
Eclecticism and Pop. And yet, it is different and unique in it's own way,
which is refreshing, and full of light and laughter. My goal as an artist
is to bring happiness and joy into people's lives through art. If every
time someone looks at my art and it makes them smile, I know I have
achieved part of my dream and purpose in life.
I hope you will feel a connection with the art on this website and share
your feelings and emotions evoked by my art. Please feel free to send
me your comments and feedback via my COMMENT page.
All the Best,
Megan
I am a self taught contemporary artist, living out my dream of being
able to create beautiful art as a profession
As long as I can remember I have been drawn to art and have always
had a pencil or brush in hand.
I am constantly trying to find my own unique space in a sea of artists. It
is a daunting task, but I think with my new style of art, as seen on the
pages of this website, I have finally found MY place. It's exhilarating
and inspiring to feel as though I'm doing something totally new and
different. A style that I can grow with and explore all matter of subject
and color.
I have endless ideas spinning through my mind, but not enough time
to put them all on paper or canvas; such a shame life is so short, but,
I am trying to make the most of what little time I have to express myself
artistically, and reach out to others with my art. I am a highly prolific
Artist and produce literally hundreds of paintings in a single year. The
more I paint the more prolific I become.
I draw my inspiration from nature and everyday subjects around me.
Living in one of the most remote places on the planet, the Bush of
Alaska, as well as tropical paradise, Hawaii and Florida, has allowed
me to use many different aspects in my art to inspire me. It can be
trees, boats, birds, vibrant sunsets, water, palm trees, cities, martinis;
anything I see around me can be used to it's fullest extent to draw the
viewer into each piece and provide them with an enriching and
pleasurable experience. I strive for my art to have an element of
surprise, and at the same time, effect each person on a personal level
with elements that they can relate to from their own life-experiences.
The closest style I feel my art fits into is a mix of Contemporary
Eclecticism and Pop. And yet, it is different and unique in it's own way,
which is refreshing, and full of light and laughter. My goal as an artist
is to bring happiness and joy into people's lives through art. If every
time someone looks at my art and it makes them smile, I know I have
achieved part of my dream and purpose in life.
I hope you will feel a connection with the art on this website and share
your feelings and emotions evoked by my art. Please feel free to send
me your comments and feedback via my COMMENT page.
All the Best,
Megan
Megan Aroon Duncanson Bio
I grew up in the bush of Alaska near the small fishing village, Meyers Cuck. We didn't have any of the
modern amenities most of us take for granted. The only way to get where I lived was by boat or float
plane, there were not (and still are not) any roads. The only source of electricity was individual
generators. Our only source of heat was provided by wood burning stoves (there was a lot of
firewood to be cut and stacked!) My family didn't have phones or cable TV, it was roughing it at it's
best!
After I graduated from High School in Ketchikan, Alaska, I decided to go somewhere warm, and
headed off to college in Hawaii on the island of Oahu. I attended the private College, Hawaii Pacific
University from 1990-1992.
Around that time I was feeling foot loose and fancy free and decided to do a little traveling. I ended
up taking a bus cross country until I reached Orlando, Florida. Of course it had to be somewhere
warm, I'm addicted to the heat! I attended Valencia Community College for a semester and then
ended up back in Ketchikan, Alaska to give birth to my only child, Aroon Melane in 1993. After she
was born I moved back to Florida and married my husband Robert in 1995.
Over the next four years, I finished my Bachelor, and Master's degree in Political Science with an
emphasis on Gender Theory and International Relations. I received my degree's from the University
of Central Florida. In addition to receiving my degree's I was also selling my art through local
galleries and shows. I also helped my husband run a lucrative custom home building business (I was
a licensed Residential Contractor) until 2007 when we decided to leave the area and move to
Ketchikan, Alaska. I know - it's cold here!! But, we saw the imminent down-turn in construction and
the Real Estate market, and wanted to get out while we still could.
Over the course of my life I have always painted and sold my art. As each year passes, I gain more
and more collector's and international acclaim. I am currently devoting myself full-time to my art
career, and being a wife to my husband Robert, and mom to a very active 15 year old volleyball
player, who just happens to be considered in the top five Freshman volleyball players in the State of
Alaska! Yes, I am a proud mom :)
I know I won't always be settled here in Alaska, my husband and I look forward to a future where we
are able to travel and see more of this beautiful world. We will, however, always come back to
Alaska every year. We have a cabin in the remote community of Meyers Chuck, where we go every
summer to enjoy the raw nature and beauty that can only be found in Alaska. Besides, the summer's
are INSANELY Beautiful in Alaska! But, the world holds so much more to see and do, I look forward
to the next 40+ years of adventure traveling, exploring our earth, and getting lot's of inspiration for
new paintings.
- Born: 1972, Bellingham, WA
- Grew up: Alaska
- Education: UCF, Masters-Political Science (1999)
- Current Residence: Alaska
I grew up in the bush of Alaska near the small fishing village, Meyers Cuck. We didn't have any of the
modern amenities most of us take for granted. The only way to get where I lived was by boat or float
plane, there were not (and still are not) any roads. The only source of electricity was individual
generators. Our only source of heat was provided by wood burning stoves (there was a lot of
firewood to be cut and stacked!) My family didn't have phones or cable TV, it was roughing it at it's
best!
After I graduated from High School in Ketchikan, Alaska, I decided to go somewhere warm, and
headed off to college in Hawaii on the island of Oahu. I attended the private College, Hawaii Pacific
University from 1990-1992.
Around that time I was feeling foot loose and fancy free and decided to do a little traveling. I ended
up taking a bus cross country until I reached Orlando, Florida. Of course it had to be somewhere
warm, I'm addicted to the heat! I attended Valencia Community College for a semester and then
ended up back in Ketchikan, Alaska to give birth to my only child, Aroon Melane in 1993. After she
was born I moved back to Florida and married my husband Robert in 1995.
Over the next four years, I finished my Bachelor, and Master's degree in Political Science with an
emphasis on Gender Theory and International Relations. I received my degree's from the University
of Central Florida. In addition to receiving my degree's I was also selling my art through local
galleries and shows. I also helped my husband run a lucrative custom home building business (I was
a licensed Residential Contractor) until 2007 when we decided to leave the area and move to
Ketchikan, Alaska. I know - it's cold here!! But, we saw the imminent down-turn in construction and
the Real Estate market, and wanted to get out while we still could.
Over the course of my life I have always painted and sold my art. As each year passes, I gain more
and more collector's and international acclaim. I am currently devoting myself full-time to my art
career, and being a wife to my husband Robert, and mom to a very active 15 year old volleyball
player, who just happens to be considered in the top five Freshman volleyball players in the State of
Alaska! Yes, I am a proud mom :)
I know I won't always be settled here in Alaska, my husband and I look forward to a future where we
are able to travel and see more of this beautiful world. We will, however, always come back to
Alaska every year. We have a cabin in the remote community of Meyers Chuck, where we go every
summer to enjoy the raw nature and beauty that can only be found in Alaska. Besides, the summer's
are INSANELY Beautiful in Alaska! But, the world holds so much more to see and do, I look forward
to the next 40+ years of adventure traveling, exploring our earth, and getting lot's of inspiration for
new paintings.
Megan Aroon Duncanson Resume
Robb & Stucky: Artist in the Atrium -
1998
Licensing Expo New York - 2001
Artistic Hand Gallery, Oviedo, FL
2000-2001
Taste of Oviedo Art Show - 2001
Meyers Chuck Gallery, AK 2002-2008
Muralist, Central Florida - 1998 - 2007
Licensed Residential
Contractor/Designer (FL) 2000-2007
Artwork on Grey's Anatomy - 2008
Artwork featured in Independent Film -
2008
Artist Rising (Art.com) Featured Artist -
2008
Imagekind December Featured Artist -
2008
Sales Exceed $150,000 - 2008
The Link Gallery - 2008
Talent Database Featured Artist - 2009
State of the Arts Gallery - 2009
Recording Artist Album Cover - 2009
Villagio Wine Custom Design - 2009
GeckoRouge - Licensing: Cross-Stitch -
2009
Charlotessville Tea Co. - Licensing: Tea
Bags - 2009
DecalGirls - Licensing: Vinyl skins - 2009
Creatively Different - Licensing: Roller
Blinds - 2009
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