September, 2024 CAVARTS Spotlight Feature: Darren Harvey
Navy Veteran Darren is a self-taught graphic artist whose creativity begins with something simple: a doodle. What starts as a few lines on a page often grows into bold, expressive graphic art pieces like Frog Eyed Pass, a work he describes as “mindless fun” - a poignant reminder that art doesn’t always have to be complicated to be meaningful.
Name:
Darren Harvey
Branch of service:
Navy
About:
Darren is a self taught graphic artist
Medium of Pieces:
Graphic art
Meaning Behind Pieces:
Mindless fun
Pieces:
What inspires you to create art?:
Start to doodle
What part of your life has benefited the most from your creative pursuits?:
Personal development sharing with others ptsd and meeting other artists
Is it important for you to challenge yourself in your art? Tell us why or why not!:
Yes, I challenge myself in my art. My art keeps my mind sharp and keeps me focused.
What is your process or ritual to get your creativity flowing?:
Doodle or read
What does CAVARTS mean to you?:
Means a lot being able to share with other vets
Our monthly theme for September is Identity Art, but Bryan submitted this form in January when our theme was New Year, New Possibilities and in April when the theme was April Showers. How did you celebrate?
January - Staying at home
April - Look for a gentle refreshing
What words of inspiration do you have for your fellow CAVARTists?:
Reach for the stars, reach is an action. Focus on the impossible it might become a reality. The sky is full of stars claim one and name it. Dedicate a theme to it.
