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Upside Down Shallot Tarts (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on October 18, 2023Read moreHave shallots? This is easy and delicious.
20I’m in this Renaissance in Pastel National Juried Exhibition
By Polly Castor on October 17, 2023Read moreYou can see my favorites in the show, which happily includes several students of mine doing good work.
Tom Lake (Book Review)
By Polly Castor on October 16, 2023Read moreI loved this new Ann Patchett novel read by Meryl Streep.
Taking up the Cross (New Poem by Polly Castor)
By Polly Castor on October 15, 2023Read moreWe are told to come unto perfection...
Two Paintings by Terrilynn Dubreuil (Featured Artist)
By Polly Castor on October 14, 2023Read moreI'm so proud of her!
When Doing Something Hard (James Clear Quote)
By Polly Castor on October 13, 2023Read moreMany people make a subtle mistake, which is they emphasize how difficult it is to do something.
Black & White Photography from Recent Travels
By Polly Castor on October 12, 2023Read moreI enjoy finding these value studies, textures, and light/shadow patterns everywhere I go.
Halibut Poached in Olive Oil With Mint (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on October 11, 2023Read moreThis is easy to make, very succulent and tender, and subtly delicious.
A Kitchen Aroma in Cassis (New Large Pastel Painting)
By Polly Castor on October 10, 2023Read moreThis is the first smell I've tried to paint.
Baby Photoshoot
By Polly Castor on October 9, 2023Read moreThis is one expressive, intelligent, strong, and beloved three month old!
Beach Baptism (Photos)
By Polly Castor on October 8, 2023Read moreThis child is encircled by love and support, which is beyond beautiful.
Sand, Surf, Skies, and Sunsets near Corpus Christi
By Polly Castor on October 7, 2023Read moreThe sky and surf were endlessly fascinating, with dramatic color, interesting textures, and great light.