“Art Quiz” is back, and today’s question is fairly simple, I think. It involves photography, which I definitely consider one…
Raising the Bar
Overall, I think the lesson I’ve learned recently about being able to fix mistakes in art has been a valuable…
Just a Kid at Heart
I’m old. You know that. In many ways, though, I’m still just a kid at heart. I love playing games,…
What’s In the Box?
We talk a lot about boxes, don’t we? Time after time we speak about being stuck in boxes and the…
I’m Beginning to See
Edgar Degas has always been one of my favorite artists. Although I don’t have a strong background in art or…
At the Arboretum
I did it! I went plein air painting — not on a solitary hike at our nearby nature trails, but…
Art Quiz: The Answer is Acrylics
Yes, of course, you knew the answer. Pigment and plastic. Yep. Acrylics. Acrylic paint is made of pigment suspended in…
Art Quiz – Question 1
I began learning to draw in June 2015, six years ago. Before that, my only experience with art had been…
Gustav Klimt
I’m not familiar with Gustav Klimt. Although I recognize the name and know a few of his works — such…
I Have No Idea What This Means
I’m at a bit of a loss for words when it comes to describing this piece of art. I…
Lines and Shapes
Recently I stumbled across a “question and answer” site online. Why stop signs are octagonal was the question posed. I…
R.I.P. Diego
Our California Girl is no longer in California. She and her husband are now living in Arizona with a gorgeous view…
Art History – Simplified
I’m having a very busy week here… lots of appointments to keep, lots of errands to run, lots of places…
Not Exactly a Work of Art
Art is a very personal thing. We all know this, of course. Even though I may not consciously be thinking…
One Thing I’ve Learned…
I’ve learned a lot about art over the last 6 years. That’s how long it’s been, you see, since I…
The Rules of Art
I am a stickler for rules. Just ask the grandkids. If they won’t follow the rules in the games we…
Making More Marks
One of the most rewarding aspects of art is the joy that comes from sharing. I love when the young…
Smashed!
Have you ever heard of a smashbook before? Until recently, I hadn’t. I’ve since learned that the concept of smashbooking has been…
Lost and Found
I thought getting back to art following my unexpected hiatus would be fairly simple. In fact, I thought it would…
Slow Down, You Move Too Fast
If you’re old like me, you might remember that song by Simon and Garfunkel, the one that told us to…
