Emily Flint
Meet Emily Flint
Emily Flint is a figurative painter whose work delves into the intersection of motherhood, psychological landscapes, and humanity's complex relationship with the natural world. Working from her studio near the James River, she creates emotionally charged paintings that explore the delicate balance between beauty and darkness, as well as connection and solitude.
Flint's artistic practice is deeply informed by her role as a mother of three young daughters, existing in a dynamic tension between solitary creation and nurturing communion. Her paintings draw upon surreal and magical elements to examine themes of maternal identity, mental health, and personal transformation.
With formal training in Photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design and Art Education from Virginia Commonwealth University, Flint's technical foundation spans multiple disciplines. Although her career began in photography and art education, she discovered her passion for painting in 2009 and has been continually evolving her practice. Her work aims to provoke visceral emotional responses, often featuring subjects that navigate the compelling space between attraction and repulsion.
Flint finds inspiration in the daily interplay between domestic life and wild nature. Her environment serves as both refuge and catalyst, informing work that speaks to the profound experiences of motherhood, mental health, and the transformative power of connecting with the natural world.
Flint is the recipient of numerous awards, including Best in Show in the 2013 Lynchburg Art Festival, the Lynchburg Art Club President’s Award in the 2022 Lynchburg Art Festival, and awards from venues outside of the Lynchburg area. She has exhibited in New York, Virginia, Georgia, Alabama, Indiana, and California.
EMILY FLINT
emilyflintart@gmail.com | http://www.emilyflint.com | 434.941.7006
Born 1978 in Lynchburg, VA, USA
Lives and works in Elon, VA, USA
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art Education, 2006
Savannah College of Art and Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photography, 1999
Selected Exhibitions
2025
93rd Georgia Morgan Civic Art Show, Lynchburg Art Club, Lynchburg, VA, 2nd Place (Juror, Martha Johnson, Director, Maier Museum of Art)
Portrayed: A Juried National Exhibition of Portraiture, d’Art Center, Norfolk, VA, 2nd Place (Juror, Mark E Miltz of Virginia)
A Show of Portraits: Phillip Geiger and 23 Artists, Steven Francis Fine Arts, Lynchburg, VA
Show Your Best, Lynchburg Art Club, Lynchburg, VA
2024
Emily Flint: Solo Exhibition, Westminster Canterbury, Lynchburg, VA
Show Your Best, Lynchburg Art Club, Lynchburg, VA, Award of Merit (Judge Brooke Marcy, Director of the Daura Art Gallery)
B24: Wiregrass Biennial, Wiregrass Museum of Art, Dothan, AL
51st Annual Lynchburg Art Festival, Lynchburg, VA, The Art Box Award (Juror, Jan Jagly of Staunton, VA)
2023
15th Annual Juried Art Show, Riverviews Artspace, Lynchburg, VA, People’s Choice Award
Permaculture: Art of the Natural World, Indianapolis Art Center, Indianapolis, IN
2001 - 2022
2022 - 49th Annual Lynchburg Art Festival, Lynchburg, VA, LAC President’s Award (Juror, Diego Sanchez of Richmond, VA)
2015 - Pet Portraiture Solo Exhibition, Magnolia Foods, Lynchburg, VA
2014 - Common Knowledge Juried Art Show, Non-Fiction Gallery, Savannah, GA
Honorable Mention
2014 - Emerging Artists 2014, Limner Gallery, Hudson, NY, Publication Award
2013 - 5th Annual Juried Art Show, Riverviews Artspace, Lynchburg, VA Second-Place Award
2013 - Two-Person Exhibition, Gladiola Girls, Lynchburg, VA (with painter, Dede Buhler)
2013 - 41st Annual Lynchburg Art Festival, Lynchburg, VA, Best in Show (Juror, Nancy Bass of Charlottesville, VA)
2013 - Two-Person Exhibition, Wordworks, Lynchburg, VA (with paper engineer, Lucy Marion)
2013 - Solo Exhibition, Lodge of the Fisherman, Lynchburg, VA, Artist Talk
2012 - 3RD Annual Juried Art Show, Riverviews Artspace Craddock-Terry Gallery, Lynchburg, VA, 2011.
2001 - 29th Annual Lynchburg Art Festival, Lynchburg, VA, Gay Tucker Memorial Award, 2001.
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Secretary and Marketing Chair Lynchburg Art Club and Gallery, Lynchburg, VA
2014 - Present
Artist, Owner Simon's Spots Pet Portraits, Lynchburg, VA
2011 – 2012
Assistant Exhibit Artist Amazement Square, Lynchburg, VA
Researched, developed, and fabricated supplementary hands-on exhibits. Assisted in the development of new exhibitions and maintenance of existing exhibits. Developed and facilitated educational programming. Engaged guests in educational activities throughout the museum.
2006- 2009
Art Teacher Richmond Public School System, Richmond, VA
Instructed pupils in art techniques, including painting, sketching, design, and sculpture. Created lesson plans, syllabi, and rubrics for measuring student success. Modified lessons and rubrics to accommodate a wide variety of student needs. Planned and facilitated student contests and art exhibits. Conferenced with students, parents, and school counselors to promote conflict resolution.
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