Artist Spotlight - Alessandra Ferrara

One of the most talented artists I know just happens to be my best friend! She does incredible paintings!

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Here is an interview of her journey of artisty!


Question:  What do you choose to paint most of the time?

Alessandra: I like to paint characters from fairy tales, fantasy themes, abstract, animals, silohettes and mostly my own spin on Disney characters.


Question: What medium do you choose to use?

Alessandra: Canvas, acrylic paint, oil pastels, oil paint, crayons, chalk, pencils, lenolium, and clay.


Question: How long have you been painting?

Alessandra: I have been drawing since I can pick up a pencil, so I would say about 2  or 3 years old. I have been painting professionally since 2009.


Question: What are some things that inspires you to paint?

Alessandra: When I see beautiful scenery, when I hear a song and I want to express how it makes me feel, and colors and Disney, which I have loved since I was 3.


Question: What made you decide to start painting?

Alessandra: Well I've loved Disney since I was 3 and became interested in the animation process later on. I went through private lessons in the 2nd grade and in kindergarten I started using mock animation.


Question: What artists have inspired you?

Alessandra: Composer Alan Menchken, Painters Degas, Monet and Seurat


Question: What do you think makes you different from other young artists of today?

Alessandra: I like to mix techniques and see myself as very versatile rather than sticking to one niche.


Question: Where do you see Allie In Wonderland Shops in the future?

Alessandra: I will still be painting. I would like to open up my own brick and mortar shop where I can sell my work and instruct lessons and having an official website.