Deborah Popely

Biographical Info Deb Popely is a lifelong art enthusiast who loves to paint the natural and built worlds in acrylics, watercolor, oils and pastels. She also works in mixed media and enjoys printmaking. An avid portrait artist, she strives to express the interior spirit of people and other living beings in a two-dimensional space. Deb continues to develop her unique voice through observation and instruction by the artists she meets at workshops, paint outs and exhibits. She has furthered her art education by completing a certificate in painting at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (Fall 2024) and attending workshops at the Peninsula School of Art (Fish Creek, WI), Scottsdale Artists’ School (Scottsdale, AZ), and Evanston Arts Center (Evanston, IL), among others. She has received instruction from Nancie King Mertz, Aimee Erickson, Don Yang, Andy Evanson, Dale Popovich. Visit www.popeartchicago.com for more information.

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