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Sophie Dare is an American impressionist painter, muralist and instructor who has worked in visual arts and a design capacity for over 25 years. Though she received formal training at UGA, her distinctive artistic voice truly emerged after a period of family grief, developing in her a sense of healing and calmness with nature. She started to explore the simple beauties found in nature and wildlife, capturing the interplay of light and texture in her work. Through dynamic brushwork, and added elements like cold wax or gold leaf, she creates a sensory experience that shifts in the light. Her nostalgic depictions of life in the South infuse homes with a sense of healing and gratitude.

She is a member of the #KiawahRiverartists group and First Coast Plein Air painters.

TESTIMONIALS

I’m in love with this painting! The Farmhouse project holds a special place in my Hubs heart so I asked Sophie to capture this beautiful property. He was totally surprised & blown away with his gift! She is incredibly talented, check out her work on her IG @sophie.dare.designs

"Your artwork makes me smile!" 

 "Every single series speaks to my heart in different ways and I still cannot choose a favorite! Your talent is such a gift! I love your heartfelt art."

"Thank you for sharing your gift. I was particularly touched by you taking the time and effort to talk with the young ladies at the summer behavior camp. You encouraged them not only to express themselves through art yet you showed them what that can look like for each of them."

 "I approached Sophia wanting a picture of our children for our 17th anniversary. When the final painting was complete I was so impressed. I have had many people contact me about Sophia's work once they saw my family painting. I can not wait to commission her to paint us a new painting." 

 “Sophie did a custom mermaid piece of my family. Never having met us, going off the questions she asked, she created the most beautiful piece of stunning art I own. Looking at it you would think she spends every waking hr with us. She perfectly described our family and we can’t wait to have her create more masterpieces for our home.” 

 “After being referred by a friend, I asked Sophie to paint a scene on glass for me. She listened, did the research and the finished product exceeded all expectations. She is very talented and easy to work with. I would definitely go back to her for future projects.“