Artist Teresa Bernard’s blog about her oil paintings and the inspiration behind them. Every painting has a story. The blog also discusses other topics of interest to all lovers of great art.
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I’m fed up! I can’t begin to express the frustration I’m experiencing with having my name misused by others. Individuals who are using my name, Teresa Bernard, to promote a line of southwest paintings I did not paint. It’s fraud, it’s a scam, and it has been going on for over a decade.
Art Buyers Beware!
You should know that the southwest painting you have just purchased is NOT an authentic Teresa Bernard painting. Contrary to what some unscrupulous art dealers tell their unsuspecting customers, I’m not the artist of the southwest-style paintings they are trying to sell. Let me repeat, I am not a southwest painter, and I have never been.
Southwest paintings NOT by Teresa Bernard
These so-called “southwest paintings by Teresa Bernard” are being sold on eBay, Offer Up, Let Go, Fine Art America, and other places. I’ve even found them sold on a few auction websites as well. The listings say, “Teresa Bernard painted them,” but they are not mine. I did not paint any of those paintings. Also, the listing agent uses excerpts of my own bio without permission, which is an infringement of copyright. They use my bio in their descriptions to make these paintings seem more legit when they in fact are not.
Why it Matters
When you compare the southwest paintings to mine, you will find my artistic style is entirely different from those paintings. There is no mistaking that fact. One look around my website confirms this. I’ve studied a large sampling of photos of these so-called “Teresa Bernard southwest paintings,” and there is a lack of consistency in artistic style from one painting to the next. It looks like they are the works of multiple artists. There are also variations in the signatures from one painting to the next. And none of those signatures look anything like mine.
Signatures vary from painting to painting and do not match.
Why it Should Matter to You
I receive emails all the time from individuals wanting verification that a particular southwest painting they have in their possession, or one they’re thinking of purchasing, is one of mine. They even attach a photo for me to look at. You can imagine their confusion when they learn I don’t do southwest paintings and that I’m not the artist of their painting. Still, others become quite indignant to learn their art dealer lied to them and fraudulently used my name to sell them a painting I didn’t paint. I feel bad for these individuals because they have fallen for a scam. All I can do is tell them to do their research; know what they are buying and whom they are buying from.
Who is this Teresa Bernard, Artist of Southwest Paintings?
At first, I thought it was a case of mistaken identity—that there is another artist in the world with the same name as me, and these must be her paintings. So, I didn’t give too much thought to the seriousness of this situation until the emails started coming in on a regular basis.
So, I did some research to see if I could discover who this southwest artist is. After searching on the internet, I quickly found out that I’m the only artist with the name Teresa Bernard who comes up in the “SERPS” (Search Engine Results Pages). There is no other artist with my name; I’m the only one. Go ahead; try a search yourself to see what you come up with. I’ll wait.
Don’t you think it bizarre that there is absolutely NO information on the internet regarding this artist of southwest paintings? Why is it, if she is such a famous artist and her paintings are highly sought after, that she is nowhere to be found?
You won’t find a website for her or the location of her art studio. There are no art shows, exhibitions, or gallery announcements for her work. And you won’t find any press releases, news articles, or magazine articles either. There is absolutely no information whatsoever about this southwest painting artist. Therefore, I am convinced she doesn’t exist anywhere or anyhow. Please prove me wrong if you can. I welcome it.
Proof of Authenticity
Furthermore, I provide a custom-designed Certificate of Authenticity for each of my paintings. This is something you won’t get with any of the southwest paintings by the imposter.
The art dealers trying to pass their paintings off as authentic originals by Teresa Bernard have no proof whatsoever of who painted them. All you have is their word for it. Can you really believe 100% of what they say? When you ask them for proof, they tell you to search the internet for the artist and compare the artwork and signatures. Well, we already know what happens when we do that, don’t we?
The truth is, they have absolutely no proof at all. You just have to take their word for it. They end the conversation when you question them about the matter too. This is further evidence that something is amiss, and they know it but don’t care. They just want to make a buck at someone else’s expense.
Made in China
I believe these southwest paintings are created in China. Then they are shipped to the U.S., and the Chinese tell their buyers that I am the artist. They exploit my name because I am all over the internet. If this isn’t the case, why can’t this other so-called artist, “Teresa Bernard,” be found? Why doesn’t she show herself? Or step up to make a public appearance and make herself known to the world? I’d be happy to send the individuals who email me to her website if only she had one.
I’m Not the Only One
Joanna Gaines
This scam isn’t an isolated incident either. Joanna Gaines of “Fixer Upper” has also had her name misused in much the same way I’m experiencing. It was even rumored that she was leaving her show to promote a line of skincare products. According to Joanna, this is simply not true. You can read her story here.
See For Yourself
If you are still convinced that I am the artist of your painting after reading this blog post, then before you send me an email with a photo attached, check out My Oil Paintings Index. It is a visual list of just about all my paintings. If your painting isn’t there, then it isn’t one of mine. However, if you find it pictured, I’m happy to answer your questions.
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In need of storage for my paintings. They are everywhere!
I’m no longer in the workforce, which means I have more time to paint. My retirement affords me the freedom to paint as much as I want, whenever I want. However, I am now in a position where I require more space to store all of these fine art creations until they go to their new homes. To address this need, I created a lightweight yet sturdy art storage rack for my paintings.
A “Do-It-Yourself” solution for storing my artwork.
Pictured here is the art storage rack that I designed to house my paintings. My husband helped me build it in one afternoon.
My DIY storage rack for all the paintings I’m creating. As you can see, I have room to add more.
The supplies for this project were purchased from a local hardware store. We used 1/2″ PVC pipe and the appropriate fittings to bring it all together. Its overall size is approximately 3ft wide x 3ft tall x 2ft deep. Neither my husband nor I had ever worked with PVC before, so it was a bit of a learning experience for us, though not a difficult one. It wasn’t hard to build; it just took some thought as we were constructing it. The only tool required for this project was a PVC pipe cutter. And once the various pieces were ready, the assembly was quick and easy. I now have a sturdy DIY storage rack that works for my paintings and blank canvases.
What do you think of my solution? I’m satisfied with how the rack turned out. I’m quite confident you could build something similar if you decide to go the same route as me.
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This blog post discusses my painting process—how I transform an empty canvas into a finished piece.
W.I.P. (Work in Progress)
Gallery-wrapped Canvas
All of my artwork is composed and painted on stretched canvases that have been commercially primed. I prefer gallery-wrapped canvas. It is the type of canvas that wraps around the stretcher bar support. This allows me to carry the painting around the edges of the canvas, giving it a more modern look. It also means the painting will not require a frame for display unless the customer wants it framed.
Gesso Primed Stretched Canvas
Gesso primed canvas.
Even though the canvas I use has already been pre-primed by the manufacturer, it’s not sufficient. Additional layers of primer are needed to provide proper support for the pigment. Before I start painting, the canvas has to be prepared and made ready to accept the oil paint. I apply two layers of gesso to the canvas and allow each layer to dry thoroughly between coats. After that, the canvas is gently sanded to remove any rough edges. I try to prime as many canvases as possible at a time. That way, I always have a ready supply of canvases on hand for whenever inspiration strikes, and I want to start a new painting.
For step-by-step instructions on how to prime a canvas using gesso, check out this article on WikiHow: “How to Prime a Canvas.”
Sketching The Image
Sketching the image on the canvas.
After the canvas has been properly prepared, it’s time to start sketching the image onto the surface of the canvas. Every painting begins as a simple grid drawn on the canvas. This grid serves to aid in the placement of the focal point and other elements where they will best complement the overall composition. Using a pencil or stick of charcoal, I begin sketching the image that will eventually become the finished painting. I try to make the sketch as detailed as I can, making sure to include the shadow areas too.
BTW, I normally don’t make my grid lines this dark. It’s best to keep them light. I only made them dark so they would show up better for the example. I will remove them before the layer of under paint goes on.
The Underpainting
The underpainting.
An underpainting is the first layer of paint applied to the canvas and serves as a foundation for the subsequent layers of paint that will be applied as the painting progresses. It’s an important layer that’s largely made up of pigment and medium (a mixture of mineral spirits and linseed oil). I use this underpainting layer to get rid of the stark white canvas surface and begin blocking in color, which also helps define the image’s basic outline. I keep this layer thin, making sure not to cover up my sketch lines. That will happen later as I develop the painting by adding more layers of pigment. Once the underpainting layer has dried, I begin laying in oil paint layer upon layer and adding more and more detail as I go until the painting is finished.
Painting in Layers
Layering on the oil paint.
I paint in layers, allowing each layer to dry before adding the next. It takes longer to finish a painting this way, but this technique will enable me to achieve the effect I’m working toward. Depending on the amount of detail that needs to be included in the composition, some paintings will have more layers than others. Allowing each layer to dry reduces the overall drying time required before applying the final layer, which is varnish.
Applying Varnish
After the painting is finished and has had time to thoroughly dry, I will apply a coat of artist-grade clear varnish to protect it and bring out the colors.
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