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“A painter should begin every canvas with a wash of black, because all things in nature are dark except where exposed by the light.” …
Read details“Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try.” Anonymous Someone this week asked: How do you choose a medium if you have never done art before? That…
Read details“The act of creation is a kind of ritual. The origins of art and human experience lie hidden in this mystery of creation. Human creativity re-affirms and mystifies the power of life.” Keith Haring I received an e-mail this…
Read details“My contact sheets become a kind of visual diary of all the things I have seen and experienced with my camera. They contain the seeds from which my images grow.” Jerry…
Read details“Art is a habit-forming drug.” Marcel Duchamp In last week’s blog, I mentioned a list of: “24 Things to Loosen Up Your Art.” One that I did not mention, I would like to address this week: Get everything ready. We are not all lucky enough to have an in-home studio. For those of you who…
Read details“No amount of skillful invention can replace the essential element of imagination.” Edward Hopper I received a lot of responses to last week’s blog. It hit a positive note with a lot of people. Yes, I am giving everyone permission to experiment and embrace the “happy accidents” that happen while you are…
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