CM Cooper refers to herself as a “contemporary traditionalist.” Her impressionistic paintings blend classic aesthetics with the modern figure. Women, children, dancers and animals in contemporary settings come to life through her bold impressionistic brush strokes. Cooper’s delicate color sensitivity and wonderful sense of light create images that are filled with emotion and feeling.
Today she is a full time gallery painter and art instructor. Cooper’s work is featured at several galleries across the nation, from Westfield, New Jersey to Laguna Beach, California. She has won numerous awards including the Salon International’s 2010 Top Award, Third Place in Show. The Museum Director’s Choice Award at the California Art Club’s 92nd annual Gold Medal Juried Exhibition in 2002 was another highly coveted honor. She is a member of several prestigious art organizations including the Oil Painters of America and the American Society of Portrait Painters.
Today she is a full time gallery painter and art instructor. Cooper’s work is featured at several galleries across the nation, from Westfield, New Jersey to Laguna Beach, California. She has won numerous awards including the Salon International’s 2010 Top Award, Third Place in Show. The Museum Director’s Choice Award at the California Art Club’s 92nd annual Gold Medal Juried Exhibition in 2002 was another highly coveted honor. She is a member of several prestigious art organizations including the Oil Painters of America and the American Society of Portrait Painters.