Natalie Ng in Studio
preparing for exhibition
Statement
After painting in acrylic, water color and oil for the last thirty years, I decided to venture into the unknown territory of printmaking two years ago.
I was delighted by the images produced by the various monotype, mono print, etching, woodblock, and lithographic techniques. I marveled at the amazing textures, whimsical patterns and, especially, the unexpected ink runs that often created original and aesthetically provocative results.
When the print first rolls out onto my table, a dialog unfolds between us. I may draw, paint, add other mixed media, or even print another image on top of it to realize my creative vision.
I don't follow the centuries-old printing tradition strictly. The original print is only the substrate for my finished piece. My process combines drawing, painting and printmaking to create the unique images you see. I hope you share my enthusiasm for this latest artistic journey.
BIO
Natalie is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of California Davis in studio art. She studied with Oliver Lee Jackson at the graduate level for seven years at California State University, Sacramento.
CV / RESUMÉ
EXHIBITS
60th Nor-Cal Regional Juried Art Show-2023
Nor-Cal Regional Juried Art Show-2022
Nor-Cal Regional Juried Art Show-2020
Nor-Cal Regional Juried Art Show-2018
Solano Community College 2017
Robert Mondavi Winery 2016
Solano Community College 2015
Vacaville Museum-2015
Lawler House Gallery – 2013
Fairfield Visual Art Juried Show – 2010, 2001, 1999, 1997, 1995,1993
Art Explosion Group Show Fairfield – 2007
di Rosa Preserve Docent Show – 2006
di Rosa Preserve Juried Show – 2004
Arts of Pacific Asia Show – 2003
Fairfield Creative Art Gallery Group Show – 2002
Group Show Sacramento State University – 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995
Richard L. Nelson Gallery, University of California Davis – 1995
Richard L. Nelson Gallery, University of California Davis – 1995, 1994
Buehler Alumni Center UC Davis Ceramic Sculpture Show – 1993
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
Vacaville Museum Art Project 2020
Vacaville Public Art Project 2015
Fairfield Candy Festival Mural Project 2003
Where Is Fairfield?- City Project 1997
AWARDS
First, Second and Third Place-Printmaking - 60th Nor-Cal Regional Juried Show 2023
First Place Woodblock Printing - Nor-Cal Reginal Juried Show 2022
First Place-Mixed Media - Nor-Cal Regional Juried Show 2018
First Place-Printmaking - Nor-Cal Regional Juried Show 2018
Juror Award – Fairfield Visual Art Juried Show 2001
Special Award for Children’s Choice, Fairfield Juried Show 2001
Artist of the Year – Fairfield Visual Art Juried Show 1999
Patron Award – Fairfield Visual Art Juried Show 1999
First Prize winner – Fairfield Juried Show 1999
Special Award – Fairfield Visual Art Juried Show 1995
Outstanding Woman Artist of Solano County 1993
Second Place winner – Fairfield Visual Art Juried Show 1993
Nominated for Thiebaud Family Scholarship 1993
PUBLICATIONS
Fairfield Daily Republic September, 20, 2013 p.B1
Fairfield Daily Republic Oct 18, 2003 p.A3
Fairfield Daily Republic Nov. 20, 1999 p.A1
Fairfield Daily Republic June 17, 1994 p.C11
Partial list, Private Collections
Harry T. Arnold
Frank and Cindy Arnold
Richard and Anitra Burtness
Emma Massarini Coburn
Ron Collins
Rene di Rosa
Craig and Sandy Gainza
Carolyn Sue Hunter
Ray Kaplan
Maxine Maas
Margrit Mondavi
Harris Nussbaum
John and Joyce Quan
Eleanor Roosevelt
Carol Scott
Pamela Smeenk
Clay and Helen Wiens
PUBLIC ART
City of Fairfield
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Juror – 2013 Trilogy Annual Art Show
Solano County Public Art program selected artist 2008 – present.
Public Art Committee, City of Fairfield. CA 2007
Volunteer Council of di Rosa Preserve Napa, CA 2004 - 2006
Cultural Arts Advisory Committee, appointed by City of Fairfield, CA 2004 – 2010
MEMBERSHIP
Phi Beta Kappa 1993
Phi Kappa Phi 1992
Who’s Who of American Women 1980
EDUCATION
Painting - Graduate study with Oliver Jackson at Sacramento State University and private seminars 1993 – 2000
University and private seminars 1995 – 2001
University of California, Davis 1993 B.A. Art Studio. Graduated with Honor.
Solano Community College 1989 A.S. Real Estate.