Chasing Signatures
Tara Choate A friend and I have an ongoing conversation that starts like this: “Should I enter the _____ show? I mean, even if I get in, the shipping will eat up…
Painting
Moooo-ving in
Two years ago (specifically October 2021), I wrote a post about cows. In January 2022, I was notified that my design ideas had been accepted. In the last 18 months,…
Let’s make a date
Well, it’s over. My first Art on the Edge Studio Tour. Preparation This last week has been an ever-increasing blur. I posted very briefly last week about trying to get…
People are supposed to see the studio in a studio tour
Through a bunch of poor decisions, I did not spend my time well this weekend. I was tired and worn out. I had plans on Sunday which turned against me.…
The countdown begins
In twelve days, the Art on the Edge Studio Tour shall commence. Am I ready? Of course not. I mean, I’ve taken care of the basics. Hired someone to clean…
Never let them see you technique
Sometimes, at a workshop or event, an instructor will make a grand pronouncement. “Phalo blue is an awful color!” Or, “Square paintings are boring.” And while I may agree (or…
Monochrome Mood
The Art on the Edge Open Studio Tour is right around the corner. In fact, the exhibit opening is next Friday, May 26, from 5-7 at the Lincoln City Cultural…
The Secret Sky
It’s always so nice when a stealth project is finished, and I can reveal everything. I’m just not cut out for secret keeping. A few weeks ago, one of the…
Why didn’t it work?
Occasionally, when I make a comment about my work, indicating something isn’t right (or just flat-out wrong), my non-art friends will accuse me of being too hard on myself. While…