Dec 28

Yellow, a “Mediocre” Color

This article is an excerpt from a book by Michel Pastoureau, called "Yellow: The History of a Color."
The Complex History of Yellow, a “Mediocre” Color
Thank you, Marlene

Dec 14

Beauty, The Invisible Embrace

John O'Donohue turns his attention to the subject of beauty -- the divine beauty that calls the imagination and awakens all that is noble in the human heart.
Found at the SFPL: Beauty by John O'Donohue




Anne McCartney

My medium of choice is watercolour. Watercolour is never boring, I love the unpredictability in it, the surprise factor as I watch the colours mingle and blend on the paper in front of me. I love the depth that can be created with watercolour; the layers are transparent so their stories
 can be told. 
Original Watercolour


4 Tips for Writing a Good Artist Statement

Writing an artist statement can be a daunting task. The prospect of composing a concise summary of your art practice to help others understand your work is understandably intimidating. However, having a clear, direct artist statement is essential, particularly on applications for grants, art schools, open-call exhibitions, residencies, and other career-advancing opportunities.
4 Tips for Writing a Good Artist Statement
(Check out the "Further reading in Creativity" at the bottom of the page.)
Thank you, Pam

Dec 07

Maria Coryell-Martin

Expeditionary Art
I work in the tradition of traveling artists as naturalists and educators. Since 2005, I have focused on painting polar and glaciated regions where I have often collaborated with scientific teams. In the field, I sketch with ink and watercolor, and collect multimedia recordings to build my palette of place, a record of experience, climate, and color. I develop this work into studio paintings for exhibit as well as presentations and workshops for audiences of all ages to cultivate observation, scientific inquiry, and environmental awareness.
Maria Coryell-Martin & Expeditionary Art