Artist: Joshua Redfearn | Location: Cheraw, SC
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Artist: Joshua Redfearn | Location: Cheraw, SC
Cheraw, SC
I was born in July of 1983 into a loving family of a supportive dad and mom, two older brothers and one older sister. I realized my talent for art around six years of age. A fond memory of mine is when I drew a wrestler on paper and showed it to my mom. She also drew a wrestler, but hers looked significantly better and I noticed this. I desired to have better drawing skills like her. Through the years I continued to meet people who could draw better than myself and each one gave me the desire to reach a new skill level. My skills continually improved and with continued practice in my middle school through high school years I noticed a substantial increase in my results. I won numerous contests and still wondered how far I could go. I loved the feeling of accomplishment I felt by igniting wonder and excitement in others through my work. I see my talent as a gift to inspire and to make others think.
Recently I was awarded 2014 People’s Choice Award for my artwork Think in ArtFields. ArtFields is the largest art festival and competition in the Southeast. It was my first experience in a major art competition and to win was incredible. To be selected out of hundreds of pieces of artwork made me feel proud and thankful that others appreciate my work.
I enjoy creating numerous types of art such as: video production, graphic design, 3D art, web design and thinking of new ways to use older types of techniques. I am a husband and father and love spending time with my family.