The Architect has Become an Artist: 10 Favorite Artist Interview Questions

Today ourartist interview column has been replenished with another remarkable discovery. Meet Rashmi Katti, an amazing artist from India.

Rashmi paints on many surfaces including canvas, wood slices, stone, plastic, ceramic. She prefers to work with acrylics and look for original ways to transfer her artistic vision; so don't be surprised when you see a delicious hamburger, but you can't take a bite of it, because it is a stone. Among her works, the topic of family values ​​and family relations takes a special place. Rashmi especially loves to paint portraits and paint amazing wood slices.

As usual, all of ourinterviews with artists begin with a request to introduce yourself. Here is Rashmi's introduction:

Hello Art lovers! I am Rashmi Katti. I hail from multicultural country, India. Started my art journey in creative cauldron, USA. My graduation in architecture boosted my hobby as an artist.

Some of my humble achievements are:

1. Abstract figurine canvas painting, ‘Solitude’ , was selected in Chromatics art gallery.

2. Featured by one of the best Resin brand in their blog.
3. Painted and sold 300+ paintings on various surfaces like canvas, rocks, domino, wood and coin across USA and Canada.

Is there something that you have designed that you are most proud of?   

I liked my recently painted portrait of a brother sister duo. Main motive of capturing their true innocence was wonderfully and effortlessly achieved.By using artist’s discretion I did some changes in original pic and were well appreciated too. Really put my heart and soul into it and loved the way it turned out!

We still have manyquestions to ask artists in store:

What was the strongest influence you had when you were growing up ( artists, movies, cartoons, comics etc.. ) ?

While growing up Disney‘s animated series were my favorites. Be it ‘Mowgli’ from ‘Jungle Book’ , ‘Aladdin’ or ‘Ariel’... Totally fascinated with these characters. I loved their expressive features and always wondered about animation process. Back then I used to imagine a big hall full of artists drawing and  painting cartoons to make a movie. 

What is your advice for a beginner artist?  

Always trust in your skills and style. Consistency in practice would polish them further.

Is there something that you have designed that you are most proud of?

I had painted a geometrical abstract on a large canvas. Spent lot of time in the composition, in choosing balanced color palette and suitable patterns . That may not be the most ‘liked’ painting of mine but is so dear to me. I had put lots of efforts, time and heart in it!! 

Continue the phrase: I would never draw…    

.....when I am not in a good mood.

It's time for our favorite of all trickyquestions for artists:

CAN YOU TELL ME 10 THINGS YOU COULD DO WITH A PENCIL OTHER THAN WRITE

1. Sharpen
2. Use it like a ruler /scale
3. Measure proportions during live sketch
4. Sculpture with pencils and glue
5. Pencil shavings art
6. Rear eraser to erase
7. As a Bookmark 
8. Pencil Buns
9. To push buttons of elevator,remote etc (pandemic effect)
10. To poke someone😁

Do you have other hobbies besides drawing?

I like traveling ...Oceans are my favorites ! 

Whenever possible I carry my art supplies with me . No wonder, I have painted so many beach themed rock paintings. 

WHAT IS YOUR CRAZIEST idea FOR YOUR DREAM work or JOB        

I so wish to have big and well equipped art studio. It should have tall windows with lush green view outside. Absolute peace is must...

Tell me how many brushers(markers, works) you have in your house?    

A lot. To be precise  120 Markers and 15 pencils.

And here is our Bigart interview questions:

If you could steal credit for any great piece of art, song, film, book etc which one would you claim?

Recently I have started painting portraits. Everyday learning various aspects of it. If I could steal credits for any art, it would be Mona Lisa.  How Leonardo da Vinci had painted a live portrait with imaginary landscape background is amazing. And of course, the very famous , her ambiguous smile! 

What is your favourite Artistro markers or maybe color ?       

I love my Artistro medium tip markers. They  have smooth flow and bright shades. I always use them for my rock and wooden paintings. Amongst all blue is my favorite!

We are delighted to have the opportunity to share theseartist interviews with you, opening up new talents to the world and a wide audience. Be sure to visit Rashmi's Instagram@passionhuesart to see her new artwork!

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