Dori Beth Art paints original watercolors in an expressive, yet detailed style. The artist lives in Southwest Michigan and painting beautiful pieces for people to enjoy, and teaching classes is her passion. She also teaches small group classes in her studio.
My art is like a mirrored ball. Each fragment or sliver is a reflection of an idea, mood, feeling or even a complication of sorts. Sometimes I follow a reference, but even then, I infuse the subjects with an identity uniquely their own. Other times I express myself, simply with color.
I have been influenced by moving around the United States a good bit; the hills of West Virginia, California, the Jersey shore, and the farmlands of Missouri and Indiana. Most recently my muses often come from the vineyards and lakeshores of southwest Michigan. I love to travel, so I can people watch and feel the vibe of an area. Looking for my next painting.
I have been inspired by a large array of “colorful” people. I’ve enjoyed horses, gardening, antiquing, and cooking. Most recently my passion is experimenting with other artists and teaching students of all ages.
Through my art, I work the colors and images to carry my audience to a new viewpoint or whimsical moment. In the end, we are all connected by the same fragments and slivers.
Dori Beth Josimovich
Dori Beth Josimovich painting in her studio.
Photo featured in “Watercolor Artist” Sept./Oct. 2019 issue
I paint almost every day. It centers me and gives me joy. These paintings are based on photos I take from my travels and just whatever I see that is striking in everyday life. My original paintings celebrate color and the process of water and pigment interacting. I make some of these originals available for sale (the ones I need to part with to make room on my easel for more). Please know that when you chose to buy an original it is one-of-a-kind and from a creative place in my heart.
“Carry On Wayward Seed” 2019, 30”w x 14”h, Watercolor on Arches paper
““I’d been wanting to buy a Dori Beth painting for a long time...her use of color is so captivating, it draws me in. When I saw “Carry On My Wayward Seed,” a connection so strong and irresistible came over me that I had to own it. When I saw the painting in person, I literally cried! Such a soulful and complex piece, at the same time reflecting beauty, sadness, joy, life, death, hope, and the whisper of a promise. I’ve hung the painting near my bed; it’s the last thing I see before drifting off, the first thing upon waking.””
I love creating commissioned artwork celebrating your family, pets, a favorite place, or anything that brings you joy. To start I need some photos so we can talk about your commission. Then I create a 16” x 20” custom watercolor painting using the highest quality pigments and paper. See FAQ for Pricing.
I get very busy as the holidays approach and I would hate to have to say no because of last-minute requests. Please allow 4-6 weeks for completion.
I love teaching group classes to help you find your own creativity and talent you might not know you have.
Class sizes run from 6—12 maximum. It is a fun day of instruction, hand-on painting, conversation and laughter. We all paint a subject that is chosen in advance. You leave class with a nearly finished painting.
Check out the “Events” page to see upcoming classes and more details!
