Frequently Asked Questions
Q – How long did it take you to create these works?
A – Well, one could say all my life. In a sense they are cumulation of all my life’s learning experiences, but from start to finsh it can vary from a few hours to hundreds of hours. It really depends on the size, material and complexity of the piece.
Q – What is the purpose of this website?
A – This website acts as an art gallery for the work of Peter Scott. It’s a place to display, sell and educate viewers and users about the creation and the development of my art.
Q – What is your general creative process?
A – Quite often it starts with an idea with some sketches on my iPad or scrap paper.
Q – Where do you find your ideas?
A – In the shower, really just about anywhere. I don’t have a specific time or place.
Q – Who are your favorite artists?
A – Salvador Dali, Danby, Margaret Sarah Pardy, there are actually too many to list.
Q – What is your favorite medium to work with?
A – I have three; iPad for digital art, acrylic paints on canvas, and acrylic markers on cardstock.
Q – What has been your biggest artistic challenge?
A – What to do with all the art as it’s being created. How to sell the art.
Q – What’s the best advice you’ve received as an artist?
A – Keep doing it and create art from your soul, not your wallet.
Q – How do you know when a piece is finished?
A – That’s tough one to answer. I don’t believe art is really ever finished as part of the process is the beholding of the piece by the viewer and the slow degradation of the art over time.
Q – What do you want people to feel when they see your art?
A – In general I hope they would feel joy, curiosity, and perhaps a bit of
nostalga. There are times that sadness might be appropriate, but I tend to focus on the positive or even humour.
Q – Have you always been an artist?
A – Yes, since I was a child I loved drawing. I’ve really only earned income as a professional artist creating commercial designs for t-shirts.
Q – What’s next for you?
A – That’s a broad question. I’m thinking of finishing up some pieces that I started and never finished for one reason or another. I also want to try my hand at some steel sculptures.
Q – Do you have any new projects coming up?
A – Yes, I want to do some robotic torsos for my yard. I may do a series of pictures or video throughout the creation.
Q – Is it ok to make an offer on a piece?
A – Yes, I will look at any reasonable offers.
Q – Where can I purchase this art?
A – You can purchase my art directly from me, through Etsy, or SaatchiArt for international sales.
https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/MonaNot
https://www.saatchiart.com/en-ca/all?query=Peter Scott
Q – What’s your favorite material to work with and why?
A – I like acrylic paints because they dry reasonably quickly, low or no odor, are beautifully brilliant, and in general I like the paints characteristics and versatility.
Q – Do you combine materials in your art?
A – Absolutely! I love mixed media for the flexibility, textures, and the interest it adds to the pieces.
Q – Will you ship art?
A – Yes I can, there will be a charge for the shipping based on destination and other shipping requirements.
Q – Do you do personalized art?
A – Yes I can, just email your requirements so I can make some recommendations.
Q – Do you sketch or plan before you start a new piece?
A – Yes generally always, at minimum at least a thumbnail.
Q – What’s the most unusual material you’ve ever used in your art?
A – I don’t think I’ve used any unusual material, but the application might be odd.
Q – Is there a process you want to try in the future?
A – Well, no so much a process, but I would like to try steel sculture.
Q – Do you paint in other paint mediums?
A – No, Generally I just use acrylic paints. I am going to try my hand at steel sculptures so I may need to use other paints.
Q – What other mediums have you worked with?
A – I’ve worked with serigraph (silkscreen printing or just screen printing) both with photo and hand cut rubylith, cut vinyl, pencil, coloured pencil, paper/cloth mache, wood, and wire sculpture. There are probably others, but that about covers it.
Q – Do you do commissioned art work?
A – Yes I can, just email your requirements so I can make some recommendations.
Q – Have you ever done an art car?
A – No, not yet, but I would certainly like to.
Q – Have you been in juried shows?
A – Yes, I’ve been in a number of juried shows over the years, but none recently.
Q – Do you have a gallery or are you part of a gallery?
A – No, not at this time. This website acts as an art gallery for the work of Peter Scott. It’s a place to display, sell and educate viewers and users about the creation and the development of my art.
Q – Do you have tin foil or aluminum foil hats?
A – No, but if you need the protection from alien influence I can certainly put one together for you.
Q – How do you overcome a creative block?
A – I just doodle and let my mind wander. Sometimes it’s not so easy when there are a lot of outside influences.
Q – Who or what is Spitz?
A – Spitz is the name of my pseudo cartoon animated cat. He was born to give information of sorts. He ended up as the icon for our AI.
Q – What is the \”Group of Seven F Series\”?
A – The \”Group of Seven F Series\” is a collection of seven unique artworks that combine acrylic paint with 3D-printed PLA components on stretched canvas. The subject matter is quite different, however, the title is a nod to a famous Canadian art movement.
Q – What materials are used to create your art?
A – My artwork is a unique blend of traditional media, like acrylic paint, with modern technology. I use 3D-printed PLA (polylactic acid), which is a biodegradable plastic, to create 3 dimensional sculptural elements on the canvas.
Q – How do you get such a unique, geometric look to your pieces?
A – I use parametric modeling software, like Shapr 3D or Fusion 360, to digitally design the geometric components before they are 3D-printed. This process allows me to create precise, complex shapes that are then integrated into the physical painting.
Q – What is your creative process from start to finish?
A – My process is a mix of digital and traditional techniques. It starts with brainstorming and sketching, moves to 3D digital modeling, followed by 3D printing of the components. The final steps involve post-processing the printed parts, painting them, and assembling the final piece on canvas with layers of acrylics and a final coat of varnish.
Q – How do you come up with the themes for your artwork?
A – The grille art was inspired by a lifelong passion for automotive heritage and the unique character of classic vehicles. I used this inspiration to create art that captures the essence of a bygone era.
Q – Can your paintings be hung without a frame?
A – Yes, my grille pieces are designed to be hung as-is without a frame. The edges of the wrapped canvas are painted and the subject wraps around the side, giving them a finished, clean, and unique look. A collector could potentially have these framed these in a shdow box.
Q – Does Mona Lisa have eyebrows?
A – Nope, Mona Lisa does not have eyebrows.
Q – Do you offer commission work?
A – Yes, I do. If you are interested in a custom piece, please contact me through my website for more information.
Q – Do you offer prints of your artwork?
A – Yes, I currently offer prints through Etsy Shop.
Q – Do you draw Ford Broncos?
A – Yes I could, but I have only created Bronco grille art on canvas using the cloth/paper mache method. I might create a couple for fun.
Q – What colors are you painting with?
A – I don’t have any specific colors that I like to use, but I do like the brilliant colors on black background for contrast. It’s more of a generality than a rule. Some of the colors I have used are; Yellow Medium, Scarlet Red, Cadium Orange, Medium Magenta, Bright Aqua Green, Brilliant Blue, Light Blue and of course, Titanium White, and Mars Black. Most of which are predominately Liquitex.