Deep Dive into (Pen and) Ink
I’m so thankful for this splurge; it is an investment in myself and what I have to say to myself, which feels profoundly symbolic and important.
Art
Global Warming 2022 (New Conceptualist Painting in Pastel)
This is the second in my annually painted series assessing the global warming situation.
Artwork Done on Guadeloupe
Loved painting in plein air, filling a concertina sketchbook, and doing so grid thumbnails on Guadeloupe!
Emily Ball (Featured Artist)
I have long heard of internationally acclaimed artist Emily Ball, but finally have taken a deep dive into studying her work. I recommend it!
Picasso’s War (Book Review)
This is a remarkable book describing in detail how two men in succession championed the coming of abstract art to America.
Progress in my Concertina Sketchbook (Sketchbook Ideas #6)
I’ve been having a lot of fun adding color to my black and white start in my concertina sketchbook!
A Change of Plans (New Abstract Pastel)
Sometimes you need to change your plans and it’s all about a graceful pivot.
Simon Pooley (Featured Artist)
I admire his use of open space, which is unlike so much of my work that is busier and maximized; maybe I’m wanting to emulate more of that evocative sense of quiet.
Art Supplies (Book Review with Quotes, Contacts, and Photos)
This is one of the best books I read this year. I endorse it with a hearty five stars!
First Stages of a New Concertina Sketchbook (Sketchbook Ideas #5)
I love this liberating, experimental process. Sometimes it is nice not knowing where you are going and being open to discovery.
Polly Castor Art 2023 Calendar Available (Order Soon!)
Polly Castor Art Calendars for 2023 are available for a short time. They make great gifts, and are good quality, 12’x12″ in size, opening to 12″x24,” with plenty of room to write within the date boxes.
Trees in Crayon and Marker (Grid Journaling #2)
This feels more like painting than drawing, but is a no fuss, no mess approach you can take or do anywhere.
I am Woman Hear Me Roar (New Large Abstract Painting in Pastel)
I kept thinking of that Helen Reddy song from back in 1971,”I am Woman Hear Me Roar in Numbers to Big to Ignore,” and my prayer is that will happen today!
Wingbeat (New Abstract Painting in Mixed Media)
The dominion and power that is in the wingbeat, the freedom and soaring intensity of it, the high contrast of the scaling of heights from the lowly depths, despite all obstacles, encapsulates this piece.
Two New Pages in my Artist Journal (with Time-lapses)
Are you taking a little time trying things out in an artist journal? I highly recommend it!