Vikki F. Rivera, artist
by Vikki F. Rivera
Vikki F. Rivera first took on painting as her main medium in late 2014, after her creative muse was awakened by several online artist-friends began posting their own works of art.
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She is a self-taught artist, developing her drawing skills through close
observation of the positive side of life. Her subjects and techniques have
varied, mostly inspired by neo-impressionist styles expressing her inimitable
views of people and nature. Even her portraits take on a more impressionist
expression of the subjects-- whether faces, facades, flowers or landscapes. Most
popular among her clients have been her watercolor series on flowers, where her
skilful use of hues and shades give life to the canvass. She is also very
experimental in her techniques in painting, using atypical colors and materials
such as instant coffee, to give a different take on her works. Then, she
enthused herself on acrylic and oil, where people appreciated her sense of
narrative as interpreted in her canvases, through vibrant colors and bold
concepts.
She has participated in several exhibits in Beta Sigma Valley Golf tournaments, Rotary events and her latest are Diptych, Impressions and finishing touches on Philippine culture in collaboration with Boy Luna.
Prior to taking on the canvas, Vikki expressed herself through music as a
dexterous guitarist, bassist, drummer, and keyboardist. She also got involved in
music arrangement, largely lending her talent to creating jingles as well as in
church music ministry. She also took on projects for digital design, usually
taking on layout and brand designs for public figures and organizations.
Her experience in the creative started way before the rise of the digital age.
As an artist and account manager for an advertising firm in Davao City in the
80’s, she helped establish campaigns that launched well-known brands in the
city’s business industry.
Daughter Rae, in oil. Husband Rey, in oil.
Vikki in her studio with Shih Tzu pet dog, Coco.