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Textured Acrylic Grounds for Pastel (Examples and Explanation)
I teach my pastel workshop students to paint in their texture, but they always want techie shortcuts, and for...
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Recommended Sketchbook Supplies (Sketchbook Ideas #2)
Many of you asked also for me to link to supplies, because you want to follow along and try...
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The Connection Between Spirituality and Art
Briefly explained here are the three ways in which art and spirituality are closely connected.
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Making New Pastels Out of Bits and Ends
When pastels get too small, or there is good dust left after a painting, I carefully keep it to...
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Creative Arts Camp Activity I Led (2021)
Check out this project as well as the poster summaries, which are a strong key to anyone who wants...
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My Abstraction Powerpoint Available to Groups on Zoom
Are you looking for engaging, remote programming?
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Abstract Photos of a Friend’s Basement
Look at each of these photos as if it was a stand alone abstract art composition, instead of just...
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Some Thoughts on Painting “Style”
There is a formula for choosing and having a painting style. Otherwise you can just be yourself.
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Advice to Artists (new Poem by Polly Castor)
...as the quality sky rockets and someday you'll arrive.
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I Gave My Talk on the Spiritual Roots of Abstraction
Last night's talk went well but now I have new ideas!
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Fall Semester of my High School Abstract Art Class
My high school abstract art class did great with pastel! Check out their work!
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Year End Show for my High School Abstract Art Class
I love these kids, and am very glad for the opportunity to be a part of their lives. I'll...
