Recognized by her -V-, Vickie A. Hines has lived in Richmond, Virginia her entire life but frequently travels in the U.S. and abroad where she receives inspiration for her paintings.
She retired early from corporate America and began taking art classes. Today she continues to study from notable artists and enjoys exploring different techniques of oil painting including direct, indirect, and alla prima.
Her work has been exhibited throughout the Richmond area and has received accolades at the James Center, Art With Heart and For Art Sake Gallery. She draws inspiration from the beauty and simplicity in nature. Her use of vibrant color and light invokes a memory of time and place that
allows the viewer to reflect on their own past memories.