Tess McDonald has never been a stranger to the world of art. For over 40 years she has been exploring and cultivating her unique style. For Tess it began with fiber arts – loom weaving and basket weaving. Then she studied porcelain painting with renowned porcelain artist Mary Dougherty of Columbus, Georgia. Her own mother, Dorothy McIntyre, is an exceptional porcelain artist who began painting in her 60s and continued until her late 80s. Tess took the plunge into fine art painting in 2006 when she came under the wing of European Master Artist, Grigor Aleksi Xhaferi.
Different cultures and exotic scenery fascinate and inspire me. I love to paint from photos taken in my travels, as well as those of my generous photo-journalist friend Ronnie Mosley. A diversity of people and scenery from Colombia, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Ethiopia, India, Japan, and Curacao elevate my art to another level.
I believe that our talents are God-given and I am grateful to have been blessed with many wonderful teachers. Over a ten-year period, Grigor of Studio Sabka challenged me to develop my gifts much further. I am inspired by subjects that are full of life, and it is rewarding to share them through my paintings.
Tess lives in Fort Worth, Texas, with her husband, Ric. She has three children, Chase, Rachel, and Alejandra, and three grandchildren, Magnolia, Asa, Boaz, and Belle.
– 1 Cor. 15:10
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Limited Edition Giclee
Giclee is a great way to have original artwork at a much lower price point. With a limited edition, the artist individualizes a piece with hand painting on the print surface. Each work is one of a limited number and no two are exactly alike.
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Commissioned Works
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