Vessna Scheff

“Art is a space of freedom. It allows us to be as big, loud and powerful as we want to be - to dream beyond our reality. Merging watercolor palettes with performance, movement and sound, these works are created to hold the transcendent moments of liberation, celebration & love.”

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Featured Paintings

“When You Feel Safe To Be You” l Mixed media on paper l 22x30”

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“WAVZ #1” l Mixed media on paper l 22x30”

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“The Closeness of Color #2” l Mixed media on paper l 22x30”

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CURRENT COLLECTION:

let's talk only of elephants

the unspoken forces at play
the thoughts behind the actions
+ the meanings behind the marks..

This collection reveals the thoughts behind each mark, the unspoken forces at play that impact how we carry ourselves and move throughout the world. Revealing the “elephant in the room,” they are pages to my watercolor journal.

LET’S TALK ONLY OF ELEPHANTS

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I say “yes” to projects I’ve never done before. I send out ideas to things I’m not sure I could actually do. It’s terrifying agreeing to create something I’m not convinced of myself that I’m capable of, or agreeing to put on a show that I have never done before. I get overwhelmed with dread that I can’t do it or do it well once someone agrees that they like the idea of the art. I call it the “point of dread.” It’s the time from the start of the project to believing I can do the project. I have to move through this feeling to make art. I move through the feelings that I can’t actually do this, that I have no idea what I’m doing, that I can’t believe anyone could trust me to create something they’d eventually love.. these are just some of the thoughts that go through my mind at the start of most projects. These thoughts usually result in procrastination. But at some point (usually due to deadlines either self imposed or project imposed), I finally do the project. In these moments, I am amazed with myself, that I was capable of doing something I never thought I’d be able to. — I am determined to not let my fear stop my from creating things I’ve never tried before. I am determined to not let my fear stop me from stretching myself beyond my current reach and growing.
📷 @rk.sanders ✨🦋

"i like you." -- sometimes it's just that simple. Tell someone you like them, or that you like like them, or that you love them today. It's always a good day to hear it. If ur not sure how to say it, visit my link in bio. I have lots of little notes created through writings and watercolors to share the feels ✨❤️

"Day dreaming and I'm thinking of you" -- Aretha Franklin. Young, Gifted and Black. //
🎨 @gabriellechapman 📷 @rsarmaphotos

It's spring time and I just cleaned my studio! ☀️🌱 Whoot whoot! Feels so good in here. There's room to spread out and get to work on some large commission orders of beautiful places which I'm excited about (cause I get to stare at pictures of them for inspiration 👀) and my residency project for Glen Foerd. If, in your Spring cleaning, you've found a wall in need of some beautiful watercolors, drop me a line. Would be happy to have you over to the studio for a private view of the collection! Or send me a message to booking@vessnascheff.com start your commission piece. (See my stories for how this process works). Happy spring wonderful beings and look forward to connecting with you among the blossoms! ⠀
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p.s. I'm still working on cleaning and sorting my digital files.. My phone is constantly telling me I don't have room for more photos/ videos. Does anyone have a strategy for sorting their digital files?? Could really use some tips!
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📷✨ @emilyptownsend ❤️

It's the small moments that make up the whole ✨ I love geeking out on paintings. How the paint interacts with the paper, gets caught and puddles, emotionally blends in places yet holds its form in others.. I could talk about this all day haha 🌱❤️ What are some of your favorite little joys?

When is a painting done? This is something I often wonder about other artists. How do you know when something is complete? What compels you to stop? In my own work, I've realized there's a point at which if I add more, the piece won't say as much. Before that point, it doesn't quiet say enough. Often I feel like there's a tension or specific quality that isn't reflected in the piece until it's done. Once that point is reflected in the work, it's finished 💫 I'm welcoming commission orders for statement watercolor pieces (like the one shown above). We'll meet and discuss one of your favorite places in nature, it's meaning to you and I'll design a piece specific to you and your space. Send me an email to booking@vessnascheff.com or take a peek into link in bio to start the conversation 🙌🏽✨

"Paint me like the dope woman I am." - Me.
All the props to @gabriellechapman in bringing this empowerment to life 🎨and @rsarmaphotos 📷 for preserving it forever. Every time I look at these pictures, I feel like I am capable of so much and have already become the person I want to be in many ways. Thank you for this gift of reflection and inspiration 🙌🏽✨❤️
Set up your session with @gabriellechapman and @rsarmaphotos to get covered in paint and empowered for life 💫 Love you both and thanks for being amazing people! ❤️❤️

Work With Vessna Scheff