So today I offer a different type of post then what I normally create. This post is a question for you to explore…. Who is your favorite Artist and how does their expression of art speak to you? This can be an individual or a group working in any medium, it can be […]
Just wanted to share what has been happening in the studio this month. Most of the larger components are in place. The next step is to work out the individual details of each one; most of what you see is under-painting, except for the road that is mostly done. I also need to explore concepts […]
I remember years ago in art classes they would teach various forms of Color Theory and its components, including the physical and psychological elements. I learned how to analyze a color to understand what elements it contained and how to reproduce it. There was also the subcategory where you would explore what colors meant […]
I wanted to dedicate today’s blog to the many other blogs and green friendly sites that I enjoy. Their focus is geared towards recycling and wonderful advice in how to lessen our carbon footprint. You will find these blogs are filled with great ideas and information that will help in the pursuit of a […]
I am back in the studio this noon, after a nice relaxing morning of catching up with a good friend over coffee. I realize that I need to get out more often and spend time with my friends. It helps to maintain balance in my life…all work makes me boring. There is a new […]
Yesterday a friend sent this to me and I thought it was such a beautiful song with a very powerful message! I wanted to share this with you. But, I also want to you to take a moment and think of how you have allowed the words of others to “defined you”? We have […]
I am beginning to think I am the only person that can look at a pile of trash and suddenly see art supplies manifesting before my eyes. Today is a great day as the sun is out and it is a beautiful spring day. Happy Earth Day to YOU! All I wanted to do […]
Have you ever wanted to learn Calligraphy? I just might have the perfect opportunity for you to learn. This Sunday is the start of another series of Calligraphy Classes at the Discovery Center. Class is 3:00pm-5:00pm and is for three consecutive weeks. The focus of this class is the Chancery Script. For more information about […]
I spent my morning walking around the Art Institute looking at amazing paintings, photographs and completely submerged in the art. I felt fulfilled and at times even emotional as I stood in front of the artwork of my favorite artists and looked into their world. I was content … I was happy. I had […]
The last couple days as I have been walking around the city. I have become increasingly aware of all faces that are present in inanimate objects. It seems that I am being watched everywhere that I go. Unfortunately, they have caught me off guard without my camera, so I have no proof that they really […]